2022 Corporate Tax Graduate

About BDO

BDO is a trusted adviser to clients looking for audit, tax and advisory services. As one of the world's leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes across an array of industry sectors. 

Our values are at the core of who we are and how we work with each other and with our clients. These values are the foundation of what we deliver, IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done. Learn more about BDO. 

We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer for 2019-2020 by Diversity Council Australia (DCA) and to be ranked in the 2021 Top Graduate Employer lists by AAGE, GradAustralia and GradConnection. Our graduates are extremely important to us, as we recognise their potential to become our firm's future leaders.

Current Opportunity 

BDO's Corporate and International Tax practice has established itself as a major player within the local marketplace, advising many of Queensland's leading public and private sector organisations across a diverse industry base.  We are seeking students who are passionate and looking to start their careers in Corporate Tax within our dynamic practice. 

Our Corporate Tax experts are highly experienced in advising on major transactions, providing opportunities for tax-effective results and avoiding any pitfalls. As part of our Tax team, you will consult our clients on various tax-related matters and guide them through the ever-changing landscape of tax legislation. We combine our understanding of the transaction, the commercial and tax implications, and your desired outcomes to deliver results. 

Our Corporate Tax Graduate Program will give you the opportunity to: 

• Get hands-on experience in a range of compliance obligations, including the preparation of income tax returns and work papers, fringe benefits tax returns, and other periodic lodgements. 
• Advise our clients on contemporary international, corporate and structuring tax issues, and applying this advice to produce practical business outcomes. 
• Assist other teams at BDO with high-end technical tax advice, ie complex tax returns and tax effect accounting for companies, trusts, partnerships and expatriates. 
• Develop your client management skills through attending meetings and dealing directly with client queries. 
• Liaise with statutory bodies regarding client matters.
• Receive excellent training, mentoring and support throughout your career.

What you'll need to succeed 

We welcome students who: 

• Are in their final year (or recently completed) of a Bachelor of Commerce or Business majoring in Accounting or dual degree with Bachelor of Law, Postgraduate or similar degrees 
• Will be eligible for CA/CPA postgraduate study 
• Have strong analytical, critical thinking and organisational skills 
• Display solid academic achievement 
• Are involved in extra-curricular activities 
• A collaborative personality who thrives in a team, as well as independently 
• Have motivation for continuous learning and development 
• Consistently strong written and verbal communication skills including thorough legal research skills  
• An Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident at time of application 

What happens after you apply? 

• - You will receive an email confirming our receipt of your application 
• - Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete an online video interview and psychometric testing 
• - Successful candidates will be invited to interview by Monday, 04 October 2021. 
• - All applications close at 11.00 pm (AEST) Sunday, 29 August. 

Should you have any further enquiries about starting your career with BDO please email Amishree Raivadera at [email protected]. 

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