EOI | Trainee Finance Officer

The opportunity – 

Novaskill, in partnership with Walcha Council, is thrilled to offer a Financial Services Traineeship. This is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in the financial sector while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll be collaborating with experienced professionals, gaining valuable skills and insight to advance your career in finance.

You’ll be completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Financial Services whilst gaining experience and developing relationships in the industry.

 

Key responsibilities – 

• Assist with daily financial operations and administrative tasks
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements
• Maintain and update financial databases and records
• Process invoices and payments
• Handle general inquiries related to financial services
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Contribute to the preparation of tax and compliance documentation

 

Learning outcomes – 

• Establish client relationships
• Negotiate and resolve disputes with clients and customers
• Produce workplace spreadsheets and documents for the finance sector
• Assess and address customer needs
• Develop and apply risk management strategies
• Determine appropriate solutions for clients and customers

 

About you –

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skill
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Enthusiastic about learning and developing a career in finance

 

Novaskill is about enriching people’s lives and cultivating futures. As a dynamic not-for-profit Registered Training Organisation and Group Training Organisation (RTO & GTO), we offer a range of Vocational Education and Training pathways to our communities. Our still growing presence spans seven locations from Northern NSW to the Central Coast.

For over four decades, Novaskill has been a beacon of opportunity, fostering exceptional career pathways for thousands of apprentices and trainees. Our legacy speaks volumes, making us one of Australia’s most enduring Registered and Group Training companies.

At Novaskill, our core mission is to support communities by enriching lives and driving positive change. We focus on building sustainable economic growth in key growth industries and creating pathways for long-term success among our target demographics.

If you’re interested in the role, reach out to our GTO Recruitment Team to request more information – recruitment@novaskill.edu.au

Alternatively, please apply directly via Seek.

For your application to be considered for this position, it is essential to include a cover letter along with your resume. 

What else is involved?
After submitting your online application, you may be invited by Novaskill via SMS or phone call to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals.

We’ll also contact your references if you progress through these early recruitment stages.

Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.

Regrettably, due to the high volume of applications, we can only get in touch with candidates who have been shortlisted.