At the City of Stirling, we're proud to be WA's largest local government, serving near 250,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforce of 1,600, we're committed to building an inclusive, capable and future-ready organisation. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words – they're how we work.
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or early-career finance professional to launch their career with one of Western Australia's largest local governments. Through the City's Graduate Program, you'll participate in structured rotations across key financial functions, gaining broad exposure to budgeting, financial planning, business partnering, reporting and strategic decision-making. Unlike the traditional pathways, you'll work directly within a large and complex organisation, seeing the real impact of your work on services, projects and outcomes that benefit our community. With dedicated mentoring, professional development opportunities and support towards your CA ANZ or CPA qualification, you'll build practical commercial and financial expertise while establishing a rewarding long-term career in local government.
You will gain hands-on experience in:
We are looking for a motivated and curious graduate who is eager to learn and build a successful career in accounting and finance.
To be successful, you will have:
Experience using accounting software and a commitment to undertaking CA ANZ or CPA studies will be highly regarded.
At the City of Stirling, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We offer:
Flexible working arrangements, free parking and convenient access to public transport.
Up to 6% employer-matched superannuation, purchased leave and novated leasing options
Structured Graduate Program with mentoring and professional guidance
Exposure to a wide range of finance disciplines
Support towards approved CA ANZ or CPA studies
Access to learning and development opportunities
Free gym membership, corporate health discounts and wellbeing programs designed to help you thrive.
Explore all our benefits at www.stirling.wa.gov.au/careers.
Questions?
Reach out to Joel Ong, Senior Management Accountant at Joel.Ong@stirling.wa.gov.au or 08 9205 8444.
Applications close: Friday 6 November 2026 at 6PM.
(We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don't wait!)
The successful candidate will commence in the Finance Rotational Graduate Program on 8 February 2027. Recruitment and selection activities will be completed by late November 2026, allowing successful applicants time to prepare for their transition into the program.
Please note this is a Maximum Term 2-year contract.
Appointment to the program is subject to the satisfactory completion of the City's pre-employment requirements, including a National Police Clearance and drug and alcohol screening.
Apply online: www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment
We welcome applications from employees across the City of Stirling who bring a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and ideas. We encourage applications from individuals who are interested in developing a career in local government finance and who can contribute to an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.”
The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.
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