Job Description
More Time Off for What Matters: Enjoy up to 6 weeks of leave
Flexible Work Environment: Work where you work best
An opportunity to work in a business that supports your growth through all stages of your career
Why Join Us?
The answer is simple!
At Fordham you will be trained and developed to become pre-eminent business advisors and brilliant leaders.
This means that you will be exposed to more than just accounting skills. Think data analytics, AI tools to enhance business solutions, collaborating with clients and colleagues for innovative solutions, learning leadership skills, and learning how to apply and communicate our advisory services. These services that you will be trained in are perfectly summarised on our ‘Wealth Journey’ model. We don’t restrict you to one specialty, we expose you to all our advisory services so that you can be a true business advisor to your clients.
It’s Fordham’s operating model that provides you with challenge, exposure to great leadership, diversity, flexibility and a broader career path than you will experience at the average accounting firm.
The above isn’t just words, at Fordham we live by our purpose, which is, “To enable potential through empowering growth to impact our people and clients’.
So, make the right decision for your careers success and choose Fordham!
About the role
As a Graduate Accountant at Fordham, you’ll:
Participate in Fordham’s comprehensive graduate learning and development program, that includes soft and technical training, a graduate conference, and fully funded study assistance to commence CA (provided CA application requirements are met) during the first 12 months.
Grow your network and connect with your peers through a range of team events and activities.
Work as part of a team to deliver exceptional outcomes to business owners and business managers.
Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, companies, and SMSFs.
Learn how to identify and help address a range of business and personal challenges clients face.
At the end of the program, you will continue to forge your pathway through structured career progression as a business advisor and brilliant leader at Fordham.
About you
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or commerce, and eligibility to commence CA
An enthusiasm for meeting new people and building great relationships
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive and inquisitive, with a flair for using your initiative
Motivated to work for Fordham, a specialist part of Perpetual
Strong research skills and a resourceful problem-solving approach
How we work
Fordham is a specialist part of Perpetual. At Perpetual, our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, and Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients; the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.
Employee benefits
Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year
An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing
Study support and commitment to supporting professional development
Diversity and inclusion
Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy
A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change
We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.
Flexible Work Environment: Work where you work best
An opportunity to work in a business that supports your growth through all stages of your career
Why Join Us?
The answer is simple!
At Fordham you will be trained and developed to become pre-eminent business advisors and brilliant leaders.
This means that you will be exposed to more than just accounting skills. Think data analytics, AI tools to enhance business solutions, collaborating with clients and colleagues for innovative solutions, learning leadership skills, and learning how to apply and communicate our advisory services. These services that you will be trained in are perfectly summarised on our ‘Wealth Journey’ model. We don’t restrict you to one specialty, we expose you to all our advisory services so that you can be a true business advisor to your clients.
It’s Fordham’s operating model that provides you with challenge, exposure to great leadership, diversity, flexibility and a broader career path than you will experience at the average accounting firm.
The above isn’t just words, at Fordham we live by our purpose, which is, “To enable potential through empowering growth to impact our people and clients’.
So, make the right decision for your careers success and choose Fordham!
About the role
As a Graduate Accountant at Fordham, you’ll:
Participate in Fordham’s comprehensive graduate learning and development program, that includes soft and technical training, a graduate conference, and fully funded study assistance to commence CA (provided CA application requirements are met) during the first 12 months.
Grow your network and connect with your peers through a range of team events and activities.
Work as part of a team to deliver exceptional outcomes to business owners and business managers.
Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts, companies, and SMSFs.
Learn how to identify and help address a range of business and personal challenges clients face.
At the end of the program, you will continue to forge your pathway through structured career progression as a business advisor and brilliant leader at Fordham.
About you
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or commerce, and eligibility to commence CA
An enthusiasm for meeting new people and building great relationships
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive and inquisitive, with a flair for using your initiative
Motivated to work for Fordham, a specialist part of Perpetual
Strong research skills and a resourceful problem-solving approach
How we work
Fordham is a specialist part of Perpetual. At Perpetual, our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, and Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients; the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve.
Employee benefits
Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year
An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing
Study support and commitment to supporting professional development
Diversity and inclusion
Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy
A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change
We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Graduate Accountant - Fordham position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne 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 Accountant Jobs is a plus.
