Trainee Finance Officer

Isaac Regional Council; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certificate III in Business

Open doors to future career opps

Hands-on finance experience

Local government career path

Job summary

Isaac Regional Council is offering a Trainee Finance Officer position within our Financial Services team, based in Clermont, Moranbah, Nebo or Middlemount. Commencing on Monday 18 January 2027, this traineeship lets you gain practical experience, earn an income and complete a Certificate III in Business.

As a Trainee Finance Officer, you’ll assist with accounts payable and receivable, support reporting and data entry, and provide professional customer service to internal and external

Qualifications

• No prior finance experience is required—just a willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and enjoyment of working with numbers.
• Confident using basic computer programs, including Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Year 10 or higher education completed; driver’s licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial record keeping.
• Support reporting, data entry and reconciliation tasks.
• Provide professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete your Certificate III in Business with full training and mentoring support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Education

Year 10 or higher

Job description

Isaac Regional Council is offering a Trainee Finance Officer position within our Financial Services team, based in either Clermont, Moranbah, Nebo or Middlemount. Commencing on Monday 18 January 2027.

Whether you’re a school leaver, returning to the workforce, or looking for a career change, this traineeship is your chance to gain practical experience, earn an income and complete a Certificate III in Business.

About the role

As a Trainee Finance Officer, you’ll:

• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial record keeping.
• Support reporting, data entry and reconciliation tasks.
• Provide professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete your Certificate III in Business with full training and mentoring support.

Role at a glance

• Type: Fixed Term – 12 months
• Hours: Full-time, 72.5 hours per fortnight
• Rate: $36.33 per hour
• Roster: Monday to Friday, 9-day fortnight (hello long weekends!)

Who we’re looking for

No prior finance experience is needed – just a willingness to learn and a positive attitude. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have strong attention to detail and enjoy working with numbers.
• Are confident using basic computer programs, including Microsoft Office.
• Communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Have completed Year 10 or higher.
• Hold a current driver’s licence (desirable but not essential).

Why join us?

• Earn while you learn and complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Business.
• Gain hands‑on experience in finance within a supportive team.
• Open doors to future career opportunities in local government or corporate finance.
• Live and work locally within our Region.
• Be part of a workplace that values growth, learning and contribution to the community.

Got Questions?

Contact our People & Capability team at (07) 4846 3*** or email **********@isaac.qld.gov.au during business hours.