At the Town of Mosman Park, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants who reflect our values of Accountability, Connection, and Excellence. 

The Role 

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Finance Team as a Trainee in Finance. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to gain valuable experience in local government finance while working toward a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. 

This is a 12-month full-time traineeship. You’ll be provided with 3 hours of paid study time each week to help you complete your qualification, while gaining practical on-the-job experience in a variety of finance functions. 

Key Responsibilities 

As a Trainee Finance Officer, you will: 

• Assist with accounts payable and receivable tasks including invoice processing and debtor records. 

• Help with bank reconciliations and basic financial reporting. 

• Support the maintenance of financial records, including the grants register and rates administration. 

• Learn about local government budget and compliance procedures. 

• Contribute to audit preparation and financial operations. 

• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders. 

• Work collaboratively across departments in a professional team environment. 

• Complete your Certificate IV In Accounting and Bookkeeping within 12 months. 

Skills & Experience 

• Interest in finance, accounting, or business administration 

• Good numeracy and attention to detail 

• Effective written and verbal communication skills 

• Ability to use Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook 

• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work as part of a team. 

• A positive attitude and commitment to completing the traineeship. 

Benefits 

• Paid study time and nationally recognised qualification 

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Superannuation co-contribution (subject to individual contribution) 

• Free parking and close to public transport 

• 17.5% leave loading 

• Two extra days of leave per year (Local Government holidays) 

• Professional development and learning opportunities 

• Employee wellness programs, including Employee Assistance Program 

About Us 

Mosman Park is a small and vibrant local government located between river and sea, just 14km from Perth CBD and close to Fremantle. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality services and fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace. 

Ready to Apply? 

Please submit your resume and a cover letter (no more than two pages) on SEEK demonstrating how you meet the ‘Skills & Experience’ and why you’re interested in this traineeship. 

For more information about the position, please visit our website for the position description. 

Closing date: 5pm on 8 December 2025 
Please note: We may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found. 

Want to chat? 

Contact the People and Culture team for a confidential conversation on (08) 9383 6600 or email jobs@mosmanpark.wa.gov.au. 

• Managing a dedicated group of business clients and acting as their trusted advisor.
• Reviewing financial statements, tax returns, BAS, IAS and STP finalisations.
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff with workflow oversight and technical guidance.
• Maintaining a commercial mindset across productivity, WIP, and client performance.
• Helping shape firm processes and contributing to growth and innovation projects.

• 8+ years’ experience in public practice (or readiness to step into a senior role).
• A degree in Accounting or Commerce, and CAANZ/CPA membership.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and review compliance work.
• Experience with Xero, XPM, FYI Docs, Karbon, and MYOB.
• An interest in leveraging technology and app integrations for better client outcomes.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Partnership Pathway: A transparent, KPI-based path to equity with a tiered buy-in structure.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to shape your role, influence direction, and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options and flexible hours — the firm prioritises balance over burnout.
• Supportive Team: A well-resourced admin team (four strong) allows professional staff to focus on high-value work.
• Culture of Strengths: The firm tailors opportunities to your interests and career goals.
• Competitive Package: Starting salary of minimum $150K + super (depending on experience) plus KPI-based rewards and a 10% referral bonus on any client introductions.

• Managing a dedicated group of business clients and acting as their trusted advisor.
• Reviewing financial statements, tax returns, BAS, IAS and STP finalisations.
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff with workflow oversight and technical guidance.
• Maintaining a commercial mindset across productivity, WIP, and client performance.
• Helping shape firm processes and contributing to growth and innovation projects.

• 8+ years’ experience in public practice (or readiness to step into a senior role).
• A degree in Accounting or Commerce, and CAANZ/CPA membership.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and review compliance work.
• Experience with Xero, XPM, FYI Docs, Karbon, and MYOB.
• An interest in leveraging technology and app integrations for better client outcomes.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Partnership Pathway: A transparent, KPI-based path to equity with a tiered buy-in structure.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to shape your role, influence direction, and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options and flexible hours — the firm prioritises balance over burnout.
• Supportive Team: A well-resourced admin team (four strong) allows professional staff to focus on high-value work.
• Culture of Strengths: The firm tailors opportunities to your interests and career goals.
• Competitive Package: Starting salary of minimum $150K + super (depending on experience) plus KPI-based rewards and a 10% referral bonus on any client introductions.

• Managing a dedicated group of business clients and acting as their trusted advisor.
• Reviewing financial statements, tax returns, BAS, IAS and STP finalisations.
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff with workflow oversight and technical guidance.
• Maintaining a commercial mindset across productivity, WIP, and client performance.
• Helping shape firm processes and contributing to growth and innovation projects.

• 8+ years’ experience in public practice (or readiness to step into a senior role).
• A degree in Accounting or Commerce, and CAANZ/CPA membership.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and review compliance work.
• Experience with Xero, XPM, FYI Docs, Karbon, and MYOB.
• An interest in leveraging technology and app integrations for better client outcomes.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Partnership Pathway: A transparent, KPI-based path to equity with a tiered buy-in structure.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to shape your role, influence direction, and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options and flexible hours — the firm prioritises balance over burnout.
• Supportive Team: A well-resourced admin team (four strong) allows professional staff to focus on high-value work.
• Culture of Strengths: The firm tailors opportunities to your interests and career goals.
• Competitive Package: Starting salary of minimum $150K + super (depending on experience) plus KPI-based rewards and a 10% referral bonus on any client introductions.

• Significant exposure to clients. 
• 9 day fortnight. 
• Opportunity to gain experience with a diverse client base. 
• Financial assistance for CA/CPA qualification. 
• Become a Senior/Assistant Manager within 1-3 years.   
• Annual bonus of 10-20% and a competitive salary.  
• Family orientated working culture. 
• Internal and external training opportunities such as monthly advisory programs and external speakers.  
• The opportunity to work with the Partners of the firm.  

• Partake in client engagement and provide client advice.  
• Complete tax returns and financial statements.
• Oversee and manage tasks such as management accounting, FBT returns, CGT advice board report packs, cash flow forecasting and budgeting.  
• Organise workflows, prepare and review tax compliance and tax planning for various different clients. 
• Experience dealing with MYOB and Xero, and in Microsoft Excel.  

• 2-4+ years experience within an Australian public practice firm. 
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Commenced or completed CA/CPA qualification (in Australia).  
• Australian or New Zealand permanent residency.  

• End to end payroll duties including the weekly/monthly pay runs, reconciliations 
• Administer superannuation, payroll tax, WorkCover remuneration & deductions
• Support finance with EOM and EOY payroll reconciliations & reporting
• Maintaining accurate employee data in Employment Hero and Xero
• Provide data & insights to support labour forecasting etc
• Maintaining accurate annual, long-service and personal leave records
• Ensure payroll compliance with ATO, fair work act, relevant awards etc
• Support internal and external audits through provision of data & reconciliations
• Use of Employment Hero Payroll with Xero

Accountant – Finance Officer Part-time, Hybrid

About us

TROG Cancer Research is at the forefront of facilitating high-quality clinical trials and radiation therapy quality assurance services. Our dedicated Finance Office team is currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accountant, either a fresh graduate or someone with experience. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about leveraging their financial expertise to support groundbreaking cancer research.

Position overview

We seek an enthusiastic Graduate Accountant or experienced Accountant who is committed to accurate financial information being used for business decision making. We offer a flexible part time position working in a hybrid working environment for someone keen to get all the numbers correct. TROG Cancer Research Finance team manages all the financial operations of the company and provides high level financial information to management. This position will be responsible for day-to-day activities with the opportunity to take on more diverse functions from the Management Accountant.

Key duties snapshot

• Accounts payable/ Accounts receivable duties

• Reconciling bank, credit cards and general ledger accounts

• Preparation of end of month / Financial year accounting

• Collect, manipulate and interpret financial data that leads to smarter decisions

• Additional projects across the business relating to finance and compliance

• Depending on your level of experience, opportunity to take on more responsibilities from the Management Accountant

The benefits

• Mentorship from the Management Accountant

• Get exposure to multiple accounting activities

• Flexible hours with hybrid workplace

• Part-time position 20 – 25 hours per week

• Opportunity to make a real difference in the NFP sector

• Charitable salary packaging benefits.

What you need

• Accounting qualifications with a minimum of TAFE Cert IV

• Strong proficiency in accounting software - MYOB and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• Understanding of financial regulatory requirements

• Demonstrated learning and a yearning to take on more

• Love of numbers

• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail

Employer Questions

1. Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? 

2. How many years accounting experience do you have?

3. Do you have experience using MYOB?

Brief summary

We seek an enthusiastic Graduate Accountant or experienced Accountant who is committed to accurate financial information being used for business decision making. We offer a flexible part time position working in a hybrid working environment with full charitable salary packaging benefits for someone keen to get all the numbers correct. TROG Cancer Research is at the forefront of facilitating high-quality clinical trials and radiation therapy quality assurance services. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about leveraging their financial expertise to support groundbreaking cancer research.

• $100k - $135k Package

• Adelaide CBD location - up to 3 days WFH

• Global mid-tier firm with excellent flexibility and strong progression opportunities

My client is a highly reputable and established Top 10 firm with both a national and global network. Some of their key service lines include business advisory, taxation, consulting, audit, risk, and wealth management.

They are now recruiting an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to Manager level candidate to join their growing Adelaide team. You will be working alongside 2 other Managers and a small team of Accountants and offshore staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a household name and make a meaningful impact with a diverse range of clients. The firm is consistently growing and has ample opportunities for progression and promotion.

The provides a range of market leading benefits and flexibility to their staff - including a highly flexible WFH policy and the option for part-time or tailored work hours.

Key duties will include:

• Review annual financial statements, tax returns and reconciliations for companies, partnerships, trusts, individuals and businesses

• Prepare cash flows and monthly management reports for clients

• Provide strategic business advice for clients and get involved with commercial advisory projects with the partnership team

• Work closely with the administration/business support team and Partners to ensure work is completed accurately and in a timely manner

• Mentor and coach junior and offshore team members

The ideal candidate will possess:

• CA/CPA qualification

• A minimum of 5 years experience in business services/taxation in a public practice firm - including experience reviewing the work of more junior staff

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities

• Experience working with clients in the primary production and agribusiness space (highly desirable but not essential)

If you are interested in this role please email your resume to anita.bambridge@lawsonelliott.com.au quoting reference AB17175. Or for additional information phone Anita Bambridge on 02 8274 0215.

• Full time, permanent role
• Geelong office location, with flexible hybrid working
• Offering a competitive starting base salary of $93,500 + super and benefits

Care in Action

With a career at the TAC, you’ll be helping us look out for the lives of everyone who travels on Victoria’s roads. That’s care in action.

Find out more about our shared purpose, and what drives every one of us.

Right now, we’re seeking a Payroll Specialist who will play their part in this shared purpose, while also supporting the progress of clients and colleagues so they can achieve great things. That’s truly rewarding work that will help us continue to deliver life-critical services where it matters. 

About the role

We're seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Finance & Governance Division based in Geelong. Reporting to the Payroll Lead, you’ll manage end-to-end payroll operations, including complex reconciliations, compliance, and executive remuneration. This role ensures accurate and timely processing while driving process improvements and providing expert guidance within the payroll team.

This role requires you to collaborate closely with People, Culture and Engagement to ensure seamless internal processes, proactively addressing queries with empathy and insight to support our workforce. If you’re someone who thrives on precision, values teamwork, and can adapt to evolving needs whilst keeping the broader impact in mind, this role offers you the opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation.

About the Team

The Finance & Governance Division pride themselves on fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement where each team member is empowered to excel and contribute to the overall success of the TAC’s strategy. You will sit in a team of four and will work alongside skilled professionals who are committed to contributing to a high performing culture and will also work closely with the People, Culture and Engagement Division.

What we’re looking for

Payroll Experience

Ability to manage end-to-end payroll processes, including complex reconciliations, executive remuneration, and adherence to legislation and enterprise agreements.

Demonstrated experience in using payroll software, along with intermediate Excel skills to extract and manipulate data for reporting. Familiarity with Aurion payroll software is highly advantageous.

Attention to Detail

Strong capability to conduct audits, interpret agreements, and resolve payroll discrepancies with exceptional attention to detail. A keen eye for accuracy is required to ensure employee records, payments and processes are up to date and accurate at all times.

Leadership & Confidentiality

Experience in mentoring team members, driving continuous improvement, and providing expert guidance on payroll policies and processes. Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, combined with an ability to handle sensitive information discreetly are essential whilst responding to employee queries promptly and professionally.

Why you’ll love it here

There’s more to work than a competitive salary and amazing employee benefits. As our newest Payroll Specialist, you’ll also"

Make a positive difference

Every day the work you do at the TAC contributes to something bigger. As part of an inclusive, supportive team you’ll find real purpose in achieving goals, together.

Be rewarded for great work

We value our people, offering a service delivery payment, salary packaging and a reward and recognition program.

Grow and go places

We’re invested in your progress. When you work for one of Victoria’s largest and leading workplaces, you’ll receive extensive internal opportunities for development and access to the LinkedIn Learning Digital Hub.

Ready to put care in action? We’d like to hear from you.

Click apply to submit your Cover Letter and Resume. If successful, you’ll progress to an interview. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application.

For more information, read the attached Position Description or contact Nicola_mclennan@tac.vic.gov.au for a confidential discussion. Applications for this role will be accepted up until 11:55pm on Tuesday the 9th of December 2025.

If we can do anything to help make applying for this role easier, please let our People, Culture & Engagement Team know at People_Culture_Engagement@tac.vic.gov.au. If over the phone is better for you, our number is 5225 7500.

A safe place to work

We’re committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of employees. This extends to inclusion, diversity and accessibility in our employment practices, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, men, women and gender diverse people, culturally diverse, and LGBTIQA+ people to apply for roles.

Child Safety

At the TAC we are committed to the safety of children and young people. For more information regarding our commitment to child safety, please visit our website. 

 Position Description - Payroll Specialist.pdf