Graduate - Audit & Assurance (Dec 2026)

GOTAFE; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Career development

International secondments

Job summary

RSM Australia, part of a global network, invites applications for a permanent Audit Graduate role in Adelaide starting January 2027. You will gain hands-on experience on audits for diverse clients and learn IFRS, regulatory standards, and financial reporting processes.

This structured program includes mentorship, learning opportunities, and exposure to on-site client work. You will be studying or have completed a Business or Commerce degree with an Accounting major, and CA prerequisites will be

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed degree in Business or Commerce with Accounting major.
• CA prerequisites or eligibility.
• Interest in audit and professional services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial statement audits to ensure accuracy and insights.
• Support regulatory and compliance audits.
• Assist with acquittal statements and special audits.
• Contribute to financial reporting for clear stakeholder communication.
• Provide IFRS and regulatory guidance to clients.
• Work on-site with clients across industries.
• Explore opportunities for international secondments.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Auditing

Client service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Commerce with Accounting major

CA-accredited prerequisite units

Job description

Who we are:

RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world’s 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.

Are you ready to work at a company where you are part of the change?

RSM Australia is an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years’ experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.

Join a workplace where your ideas matter, your development is prioritised, and your work creates meaningful impact from day one. This is a permanent role, and our graduates typically progress into their next career step within 12–18 months, supported by structured learning, mentorship and real responsibility.

Why RSM?

At RSM, your work helps organisations strengthen their financial reporting, meet regulatory obligations and build trust with stakeholders. You’ll be supported by a national and global network of experts, giving you access to diverse clients, hands‑on experience and opportunities to grow into a confident and capable audit professional.

As an Audit Graduate at RSM, you will have the opportunity to develop essential audit skills, understand audit plans, prepare financial statements, develop a working knowledge of the fundamental electronic audit tools, and much more!

Conducting audits for our wide variety of clients across Australia provides an exciting chance to gain intricate knowledge of everyday business operations and financial reporting. You will work closely with our clients to establish trustworthy relationships and serve as their reliable advisors.

This role is an opportunity to join our Adelaide Audit team as a part of our January 2027 cohort.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting financial statement audits to ensure accuracy and uncover insights
• Supporting regulatory and compliance audits
• Assisting with acquittal statements and special purpose audits
• Contributing to financial reporting that supports clear stakeholder communication
• Providing regulatory, technical and IFRS guidance
• Working on‑site with clients across various industries
• Exploring opportunities for international secondments
• Embracing new challenges and learning opportunities every day

About You:

You’re someone who is motivated, detail‑oriented and eager to build a career in audit. You bring initiative, professionalism and a strong sense of integrity to everything you do. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Are studying or have completed a degree in Business or Commerce with an Accounting major, or hold CA‑accredited prerequisite units
• Enjoy client service and helping people achieve their goals
• Are a proactive self‑starter who collaborates well and contributes ideas
• Bring a can‑do attitude, resilience and a passion for continuous learning
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients
• Work well in a team environment
• Can absorb new knowledge and apply it across different situations

Life at RSM:

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!

Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.