Cadet Accountant

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The role

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a university student in their final or penultimate year of study to join our Finance Team as a Cadet Accountant. This position will support a range of finance and accounting functions across Council, allowing the cadet to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills in local government finance.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist with maintaining the accuracy and integrity of Council’s financial ledgers.
• Support treasury functions, cash management, and statutory reporting.
• Help prepare Council’s annual budget and monthly financial performance reports.
• Process general ledger journals and maintain asset register data.
• Assist with internal and external audit activities.
• Provide support across finance areas including Accounts Payable, Receivable, Treasury, Taxation, and Rates.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the Team Leader Financial Processes.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have

• Currently in final or penultimate year of tertiary studies in Accounting, Commerce, Business or Finance.
• Good attention to detail, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and email.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Motivated and eager to learn, with interest in local government finance.
• Work experience or understanding of finance/accounting processes is desirable.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $58,494  (T8) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What’s on offer

• A supportive and professional team environment where learning and development are encouraged.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your study commitments.
• Exposure to a wide range of financial functions within local government.
• Access to CBCity’s Health and Wellbeing Programs.
• An opportunity to contribute to one of Sydney’s most diverse and vibrant communities.

For more information, please contact Leon Sofokleous (Team Leader Financial Processes) at Leon.Sofokleous@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close 30 September 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.