Job Description
Rewarding start to your APS career!
Advancement opportunities available
Canberra based location
ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT GRADUATE PROGRAM
Find your fit with graduate roles available in a range of different government departments and agencies.
The Department of Finance has partnered with the Australian Public Service Commission to lead the recruitment process for the Australian Government Graduate Program – Accounting and Financial Management Stream including an Affirmative Measures Disability and Affirmative Measures Indigenous process.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
As an accounting and financial management graduate, you will work on projects that make a difference to the Australian community. You’ll work in collaborative teams and build your professional and technical skills in a diverse range or areas, while supporting the Australian Government’s decision making through the provision of high-quality problem-solving analysis and advice, this is the opportunity for you.
As part of the program, you’ll undertake specialist accounting and finance training to hone your technical knowledge and be paired with and mentored by an experienced finance professional to develop your professional and practical skills.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Be an Australian citizen (you will need to upload proof of citizenship in the application form);
Have completed an eligible Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7 qualification (a Bachelor Degree) or higher equivalent by 31 December 2026 (see the
Advancement opportunities available
Canberra based location
ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT GRADUATE PROGRAM
Find your fit with graduate roles available in a range of different government departments and agencies.
The Department of Finance has partnered with the Australian Public Service Commission to lead the recruitment process for the Australian Government Graduate Program – Accounting and Financial Management Stream including an Affirmative Measures Disability and Affirmative Measures Indigenous process.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
As an accounting and financial management graduate, you will work on projects that make a difference to the Australian community. You’ll work in collaborative teams and build your professional and technical skills in a diverse range or areas, while supporting the Australian Government’s decision making through the provision of high-quality problem-solving analysis and advice, this is the opportunity for you.
As part of the program, you’ll undertake specialist accounting and finance training to hone your technical knowledge and be paired with and mentored by an experienced finance professional to develop your professional and practical skills.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Be an Australian citizen (you will need to upload proof of citizenship in the application form);
Have completed an eligible Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7 qualification (a Bachelor Degree) or higher equivalent by 31 December 2026 (see the
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The 2027 Australian Government Graduate Program – Accounting position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.