Part-Time Finance Officer (Tax-Free Pay)
Company: ADF Careers Location: Townsville Work Type: Part-time Salary: $266/day tax-free
This role offers the opportunity to manage the Army's intricate financial operations within a unique setting. Responsibilities may encompass providing financial advice, overseeing financial transactions, budget preparation, contract administration, and managing unit, Brigade Headquarters, or senior headquarters audits.
Why Join the Army Reserve?
The Army Reserve presents a new challenge and the satisfaction of contributing to Australia. Benefits include:
- Tax-free daily pay
- Free healthcare and accommodation during exercises or deployments
- Flexible time commitment, serving between 20-100 days annually
- Convenient work location close to home
- Comprehensive training
- Rewarding work, potentially contrasting with your civilian career
- A supportive team environment
- Potential for overseas deployment (voluntary postings)
- Enduring friendships
- No minimum service period, allowing flexible engagement
Boost Your Income
Army Reserve pay is received in full without tax deductions and increases with seniority and experience. Upon completing initial military and employment training, you could earn a package of at least $266 per day tax-free. Additional payments are provided for time spent on exercises and deployments.
Location
Initial training will take place over 3 weeks in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Following training, you will be assigned to an Army unit located near your residence.
Eligibility
To be considered for this role, you must:
- Be at least 17 years of age upon entry into the ADF.
- Have completed Australian Year 10 education (or equivalent) with passes in English and Mathematics.
- Be an Australian citizen. Non-citizens may be eligible under specific criteria; refer to the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for details.
- Be reasonably fit and healthy. A physical fitness test is required prior to enlistment, with preparation guidance provided.
- Be able to successfully obtain a security clearance.
- Possess a bachelor-level degree in accounting, economics, commerce, or business/business management as the minimum entry requirement.
Application Instructions
Click the APPLY button to express your interest. We will then contact you. To access the full position description and learn more about the Army Reserve, click here: Finance Officer - ADF Careers