Finance Officer

Torres Strait Island Regional Council; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

6 weeks annual leave

Professional growth opportunities

Additional public holidays gazetted by

TSIRC benefits

Job summary

Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) seeks a finance support professional in Cairns or the Torres Strait region to manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and procurement tasks. Reporting to the Financial Operations Accountant, you will contribute to the accuracy of financial data and timely processing of transactions.

The role focuses on AP, AR, and procurement with scope to support other teams during peak periods while upholding TSIRC values and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting support within a large organisation.
• Exposure to payroll, AP and AR processes.
• Certificate III level qualifications in Business Admin or related finance discipline.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Support procurement activities and reconcile financial data.
• Prepare reports and assist with projects as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payroll experience

Financial data entry

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration or Finance

Tools

Technology One ERP

Excel

Job description

Join Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and make a difference!

What we offer:

• Based in Cairns or the Torres Strait region
• Full time fixed term, Cairns (2 years) or full time permanent, Torres Strait region
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Additional public holidays gazetted by TSIRC
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Uniforms

About us:

Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.

About the role:

Reporting to the Financial Operations Accountant, this position provides essential support to the accounting and finance functions through the accurate and timely completion of transactional and administrative tasks. The role involves processing financial transactions, completing reconciliations, preparing reports, and assisting with specific projects as required.

The primary focus areas of the role are Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement, with opportunities to support other teams during peak periods.

What we're looking for:

We need someone who shares our values of One, Respect, Accountability, Courage, and Resilience. The ideal candidate will have:

• 1-3 years' demonstrated experience in a similar role in a large multi-disciplinary organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in finance or accounting support roles, with exposure to payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Certificate III level qualifications in Business Administration or related finance/accounting discipline.
• Experience in using complex software such a Technology One or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated understanding of the issues impacting Torres Strait Islander people together with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively.

Other Requirement

• The preferred applicant will require a National Police Certificate upon commencement.

Applications close Friday 16 October 2026

Candidates will need to download the Position Description and submit a cover letter and an updated resume addressing the Capabilities, Skills and Experience

For more information contact Jenny Trinh, Financial Operations Accountant on 07 4034 5779.

TSIRC is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.