Finance Administration Officer Traineeship
City of Bunbury
Kick-start your career in local government and finance with a paid traineeship that combines hands-on experience with formal study.
Why join us?
* Achieve a nationally recognised qualification
* Generous trainee pay rate
* Fully paid tuition fees
* Full-time, 12-month traineeship, commencing early 2026
* Ongoing mentoring and on-the-job support within a professional finance team
About the City of Bunbury
The City of Bunbury is a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering a wide range of career pathways and learning opportunities.
We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and valued.
About the role
As a Finance Administration Trainee, you will gain practical experience supporting the day-to-day operations of our Finance team while completing your qualification. You'll develop valuable skills in administration, customer service and financial processes, setting a strong foundation for a future career in finance or local government.
What we're looking for
We're seeking someone who is:
* Keen to learn and develop new skills
* Friendly, motivated and reliable
* Customer-focused with good communication skills
* Able to work both independently and as part of a team
* Proactive and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude
No prior finance experience is required — just a willingness to learn and grow.
Employment conditions are in accordance with the City of Bunbury's current Enterprise Agreement, including a Level 1 trainee salary ranging between $46,515.04 and $62,382.32 per annum.
How to apply
Submit your application via the City of Bunbury Careers Website, addressing the selection criteria in the spaces provided.
You will be required to upload:
* A current resume
* A brief covering letter
Only applications submitted through the City of Bunbury Careers website will be considered.
For further information, please refer to the How to Apply section on our website.
Applications close: 31st of January 2026 and applications will be assessed in early February.