Contribute to the effective financial operations at TAFE Queensland by undertaking integrated activities within a dynamic team-based environment.

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About TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is proud to be the largest and most experienced Vocational Education and Training (VET) provider in the State. For more than 140 years, TAFE Queensland has delivered practical and industry-relevant training to provide students with the skills and experience they need to build lifelong careers. Our award-winning training is delivered on campus, online, and in the workplace to give people the skills they need to enrich their communities, support their industries, and strengthen their local economies. 

By working at TAFE Queensland, you can be part of a highly experienced workforce that is closely connected with their industries and dedicated to delivering best practices and innovative training.

Your Opportunity

As the Finance Officer you will be responsible for:

• Contribute to the effective financial operations at TAFE Queensland by undertaking integrated activities within a dynamic team-based environment.
• Maintain the integrity of TAFE Queensland’s accounting system and ensure that it complies with prescribed accounting procedures.

This position reports to the Corporate Finance Manager.

This is a Permanent, Full-Time opportunity, unless otherwise determined.

The position will be based primarily at Mount Gravatt however you may be required to perform work at other TAFE Queensland campuses.  

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks of a financial nature including payment of accounts, invoicing, corporate card management, journals, and general debtors.
• Keep detailed accurate records of transactions using a variety of systems and computing packages including Microsoft Office & Technology One.
• Ensure all activities are undertaken in accordance with policy guidelines, practices and procedures within the organisation. 
• Liaise with officers of other Departments, Corporate and Regions in regard to financial administration policies, systems and procedures.
• Support the month end process as required.
• Contribute to improvement in business processes & practises.
• Undertake any other specific tasks and duties as directed by your manager to support Corporate, Regional and TAFE Queensland initiatives.
• Perform your daily activities to promote and support the TAFE Queensland values of Safety First, Working Together, and Focussing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility and Showing Initiative.
• Contribute to the success of transformation and cultural change through promoting and modelling the values of Safety First, Working Together, Focusing on our Customer, Taking Responsibility and Showing Initiative.

How you will be assessed

The ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:

1. Display initiative, attitude and ability to thrive within a dynamic, challenging and changing environment.
2. Demonstrate a sound work ethic with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Possess sound analytical skills with the ability to effectively communicate outcomes across a client base with varying levels of financial acumen.
4. Possess an understanding of financial processes and procedures.
5. Demonstrate sound organisational ability.

Highly Desirable Requirements

• Possession of an appropriate qualification in Accounting or Commerce. 
• At least three years financial accounting and systems experience. 
• Demonstrated level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).

How to apply

If you’re interested in this role, click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application via the TAFE Queensland Recruitment Portal.  When submitting your application, please ensure you provide the following:

• A detailed resume; 
• A cover letter that outlines your known skills, abilities, knowledge and experience in response to the “How you will be assessed” criteria above (maximum of 2 pages in total); and
• The contact details for two referees (one of whom is your current supervisor)

Closing date: 11:59pm, Thursday 7 May 2026.

Job Reference Number: TQ2026-348

For further information, please contact:

Melanie Jackson
Corporate Finance Manager
Melanie.Jackson@tafeqld.edu.au

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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