2022 Graduate Opportunities – Private Advisory And Tax - Melbourne (Rolling Intake)

As a new graduate, we aim to provide you more than just your ‘traditional’ graduate program; instead we kick start your career as an Associate and support you to turn theory into practice.

You’ll receive on-the-job learning, as well as technical and professional skill development through our structured learning programs, by working with our leaders and being involved in client work right from the beginning.

We don’t work in silos – meaning you’ll get exposure to clients across a broad range of industries. It also means that cross-team and cross-office collaboration is just part of what we do, giving you the opportunity to develop a breadth skills and knowledge, and work with leading minds across the whole Grant Thornton network.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for well-rounded candidates who connect with our clients, our purpose and our culture and want to make an impact right from the start.  In addition to studying towards a relevant qualification, we’re looking for people who are curious, ambitious and who value the things we value:

• We empower our people to make a difference. We want our people to think for themselves, to speak up, and to actively shape our firm’s culture and future.
• We genuinely care about our clients. As part of our work, we discover what’s important to them and enjoy helping them succeed.
• We want our people to bring their whole selves to work. Individuality and authenticity are very important to our firm.
• We highly value collaboration. We believe that it’s energising and stimulating to collaborate – to learn from and be inspired by others. We believe that diverse teams will always outperform the individual

Graduate opportunities

Here’s also a little more about what these service lines do and what we are looking for:

Private Advisory

Owners of private businesses face many challenges throughout the business lifecycle – from managing daily operations, tax and compliance, to navigating a competitive landscape and planning an exit strategy. Understanding how to grow our clients’ business means you will get involved a broad range of activities including:

• Preparation of accounts, tax returns, BAS, FBT and payroll tax returns for a broad range of clients from SMEs to large companies
• Assisting with tax and accounting advice
• Building relationships with clients
• Monitoring, reviewing and liaising with clients regarding compliance requirements
• Using a technology platform that is leading edge amongst all firms across Australia

This role will suit someone who is eligible to commence the CA qualification, has excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong problem solving and analytical skills

Corporate Tax

You will join a supportive team who are committed to the highest standards of technical expertise and will enable you to gain a wide range of advisory exposure including:

• Preparation of company tax returns, including consolidated company tax returns for a wide range of corporate clients
• Preparation of tax-effect accounting calculations
• Assisting with tax due diligence, structuring advice and advisory work
• Research and assisting with tax consulting advice (such as tax consolidation, tax treaties, international tax, withholding taxes)

This role will suit someone with either a Business, Commerce or Law Degree who has strong analytical and problem solving skills, excellent communication skills as well as a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in helping their clients.  You will also be a self-starter with the ability to understand basic accounting concepts.

Specialist Tax – Indirect Tax

There can be a number of indirect taxes affecting businesses and their transactions at any one time: GST, stamp duty, fuel tax credits and land tax, just to name a few. Businesses must navigate these, and account for them which can be a complex exercise.  Our specialist team works with clients on all their indirect taxes, ensuring they can minimise the impact on their bottom line.

Specialist Tax – Transfer Pricing

Kickstart your career within a supportive and nurturing environment where you gain a wide range of specialist tax advisory. Key areas of involvement will include:

• Developing and implementing transfer pricing planning structures
• Preparing transfer pricing advice including financial analysis, benchmarking and report writing
• Preparing transfer pricing documentation and assisting in the review of International dealings schedule
• Assisting in controversy/dispute resolution with tax authorities
• Liaising with multinational clients across a broad range of industries in Australia and globally

You’ll be responsive and enjoy thinking outside of the box with a relevant degree or postgraduate degree (finance, economics or accounting).  You will have strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as the ability to build relationships.

Eligibility

To be eligible for these graduate opportunities, you must be:

• in your final calendar year of study, or have completed a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the last 2 years; and
• an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident

Apply now

Applications close at 11.55pm AEST on Friday, 3 September 2021.  Positions are limited so apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you throughout the recruitment process, please contact Angela Tiet, Graduate Recruitment Business Partner on 03 8663 6584 or at GTTalentScouts@au.gt.com to discuss your application and your individual needs.