Undergraduate Accountant
Job No:
TP00321
Location:
Gordon
Undergraduate Accountant
- Salary: $53,196.00 – $58,494.80 p/a + super
- Fixed Term Contract – Up to 2 years
- Gain real-world accounting experience that sets you apart
About Ku-ring-gai Council
Ku-ring-gai Council is a forward-thinking local government organisation located just 16 km north of the Sydney CBD and conveniently close to public transport, making commuting easy and accessible. We’re responsible for delivering a vast range of community services (including an arts centre, tennis courts and a swimming pool) and managing essential assets and infrastructure for more than 120,000 residents.
With an annual operating budget of around $160 million and a capital works program exceeding $70 million, our Finance team plays a key role in ensuring strong financial management, long-term sustainability, and high-quality service delivery.
We’re proud of our workplace culture—one that encourages innovation, learning and professional development at every stage of your career.
About the Role
Kick-start your accounting career in a role where your work genuinely matters. As an Undergraduate Accountant, you won’t be doing coffee runs—you’ll be contributing to meaningful financial activities that support real services in your community.
Working alongside an experienced and supportive finance team, you will gain hands-on experience across key accounting functions, including:
- Accounts payable, Rates and receivable
- Budget preparation and financial modelling
- Monthly reporting and reconciliations
- Asset accounting and capital project support
- Exposure to audit processes and financial systems
- Regular interaction with both internal and external customers, including responding to enquiries, providing accurate financial information, and supporting stakeholders in a professional and customer-focused manner
You’ll develop practical, in-demand skills that employers look for in future graduates—all while being part of a friendly, inclusive workplace where your growth and confidence are a priority.
* While the role is advertised as full-time, we may consider a part time arrangement depending on Study requirements and business needs. If this is something you would like to be considered for, please indicate this in your application
* Salary for this position is as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023.
* Candidates must be enrolled in and studying the qualification for the duration of the employment term in order to be eligible
Benefits
- 35 hour working week
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Free onsite parking
- Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
- Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
- A friendly, collaborative team environment
- Mentoring & support from senior finance staff
- Real-world accounting experience employers value
- Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities
For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.
This is your opportunity to step into a supportive, forward-thinking council team and build the foundations of a brilliant career.
How to apply
For more information, please refer to the Position Description.
Attach your resume and address the compulsory questions outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Recommendation: prepare your answers to the compulsory questions on a word document first.
Like to know more? Please contact Ann Wang – 9424 0923
Closes: 11:30pm, Sunday 11 January 2026
Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer
