Accounting High School Leaver Program 2027 - CA Fundamentals Pathway

BDO; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid study leave

Paid CA course fees

Study support and flexibility

Job summary

BDO invites high school leavers to start their accounting career through a paid, full-time program. You’ll study CA Fundamentals online while gaining practical client experience in Audit, Business Services or CFO Advisory.

The firm covers CA ANZ study costs and provides paid study leave, mentorship, and a strong onboarding. Successful candidates are 18+, completed high school recently, and have mathematics coursework.

Qualifications

• Are 18 years of age or older when the program starts.
• Have completed high school within the past three years (2024 onwards).
• Have completed a Year 12 Mathematics subject.
• Have a strong interest in accounting, business, or commerce.
• Are curious, reliable and keen to learn in a professional environment.
• Enjoy working with others and being part of a team.
• Have strong communication and time management skills.
• Are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have the full right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Join a paid, full-time role while undertaking online CA ANZ study.
• Learn from experienced professionals and contribute to real client work.
• Balance work and study with dedicated paid time and mentoring.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Teamwork

Curious / keen to learn

Education

Year 12 Mathematics

Job description

Accounting High School Leaver Program 2027 - CA Fundamentals Pathway

• Looking for an alternative to university? If you completed high school within the past three years, you could avoid university debt and start building your accounting career through BDO's High School Leavers Program.
  
• High school leavers can 'earn-while-you-learn' with a paid, full-time role.
  
• Undertake online study with CA ANZ, working towards a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting (GradDipCA).
  
• BDO covers the cost of your online CA ANZ study and provides paid study leave to help balance work and learning.
  

Join BDO and begin your journey towards becoming a Chartered Accountant through the Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ) pathway for high school leavers. You'll work full-time, learn from experienced professionals, contribute to real client work and build a strong foundation in accounting and business through, on-the-job training and mentoring.

While working at BDO, you'll begin the online study pathway towards becoming a qualified Chartered Accountant. You'll receive dedicated paid study time to help you balance work and learning. In your first year, you'll complete CA Fundamentals, followed by CA Foundations in your second year. These stages build the essential knowledge and skills you'll need before progressing to the CA Program. The full pathway takes around four years, giving you valuable work experience and a head start on your career while you study.

Available opportunities may include Audit, Business Services or CFO Advisory, depending on your location and the positions available. We'll discuss suitable team options with you throughout the recruitment process.

About you

We're looking for enthusiastic school leavers who:

• Are 18 years of age or older when the program starts
  
• Have completed high school within the past three years (2024 onwards)
  
• Have completed a Year 12 Mathematics subject
  
• Have a strong interest in accounting, business, or commerce
  
• Are curious, reliable and keen to learn in a professional environment
  
• Enjoy working with others and being part of a team
  
• Have strong communication and time management skills
  
• Are an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have the full right to work in Australia
  

What you'll get at BDO

• Paid, full-time work in a leading accounting, auditing and advisory firm
  
• Paid course fees to complete CA Fundamentals, and additional support for CA Foundations & the CA Program as you progress towards becoming a Chartered Accountant
  
• Exposure to practical, on-the-job learning from day one
  
• A supportive team, with buddy and mentor guidance
  
• Coaching and check-ins with a dedicated program manager
  
• Study support and flexibility to balance work and learning
  
• Fun team culture, wellness benefits and social events