Accounting and Tax Graduate | 2025 Start

Overview

Accounting and Tax Graduates wanted for 2025 HLB Mann Judd Sydney Graduate Program. Start your career at a leading firm ranked in the top 15 of the Australian Financial Review's Top 100 Accounting Firms.

About Us

• We're HLB Mann Judd, an award-winning accounting and advisory firm based in Sydney.
• Proudly ranked 15th in the Australian Financial Review's Top 100 Accounting Firms 2024.
• Ranked 7th in the 2024 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces - our people love working here, and it shows
• We offer flexible working, a Dress for Your Day policy, and a CBD office with a stunning view of Barangaroo.

Our Sydney firm has over 200 staff and 23 partners across 5 divisions. Our Accounting and Tax Division has over 80 people and will give the successful Graduates the opportunity to experience and progress through various career pathways including complex tax advisory, business consulting, outsourced finance functions or general accounting and tax services for a portfolio of clients with both Corporate and Private Clients.

Our Accounting and Tax Graduate Training Programs offers rewarding and purposeful development. Typically running over a 24-month period, you will attend both internal and external training sessions that teach the skills you need to excel in your professional development.

The program is also structured to ensure you gain practical experience in working with a wide variety of clients and across the various Accounting & Tax specialties. By the end of the program, our participants have the broad base of skills and experience they need to continue their career as a trusted advisor with a sense of confidence and accomplishment.

What can we do together?

• Exceptional Client Service: Be part of a team that prioritizes delivering outstanding service to our diverse range of clients. Gain hands-on experience working with various industries and develop a deep understanding of their unique needs.
• Training and Development: We believe in continuous learning and professional growth. You will have access to extensive and regular training programs and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Support for Chartered Accountants Qualification: We are committed to supporting our staff in their journey to becoming Chartered Accountants. Benefit from our comprehensive support system, including study leave, mentoring, and financial assistance for your CA qualification.
• Friendly, Dynamic, and Supportive Team: Join a team that values collaboration and mutual respect. Our inclusive and energetic work culture ensures you feel valued and motivated every day. You will be allocated multiple team members of varying experience who will assist you both in you day to day job as well as goal setting and career planning and development.

Your day to day

• Collaborate with Seniors, Managers and Partners to complete assigned client engagements.
• Drafting of annual financial reports for private family business, high-net-wealth clients and mid-to-large corporations.
• Drafting of tax compliance work, including Income Tax Returns, Fringe Benefits Tax Returns, Business Activity Statements and International Dealings Schedules.
• Maintaining and utilising accounting and financial reporting software, including Xero.
• Assist in the preparation of taxation and general business advice.
• Support annual tax planning, such as in the delivery of Trust Distribution and Dividend Resolutions.
• Supporting collaboration across the various HLB Mann Judd divisions.
• Liaising with government bodies on various taxation and compliance matters.
• Assist in the preparation of fees and analysis of budgets.
• Support client communications and the delivery of excellent client service.
• Participate in team/divisional meetings, structured training sessions and social events.
• Demonstrate an ability to adopt new technologies and systems in an agile environment.

Benefits and Development

• A structured mentoring that includes a dedicated Coaching Manager and Coaching Partners.
• Exposure to a wide variety of clients and learning opportunities through our Graduate Training Program.
• Genuine and supportive teams that value work-life balance and providing you with exciting career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity for secondment to other divisions within the firm.
• Opportunity to build lasting networks via our Graduate Training Program and initiatives such as monthly culture events, lunchtime sports teams, and more.
• A comprehensive wellbeing program including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurances, lunchtime sports teams, flu shots and health screens.
• Financial and mentoring support in the CA and CTA programs.

What We're Looking For

• A recent graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive and motivated approach to work.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Commitment to achieving the Chartered Accountants qualification.

In your application you must include

• Online application form
• Covering letter telling us:
• Why you want to work for HLB Mann Judd; and
• What is it specifically that interests you about Accounting and Tax?
• A Current Resume, and
• A Current Academic Transcript.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake a National Police Check as part of our reference checking process.

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