2027 Graduate | Business Advisory | Dunedin

Deloitte NZ; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised professional qualifications

Paid professional memberships

Study, birthday, annual and community?

Job summary

Graduate role in Dunedin with Deloitte NZ's Business Advisory team, offering hands-on experience in accounting, tax, and advisory services for SMEs. You join a cohort receiving induction, buddy support, and ongoing coaching as you start your full-time career.

Across New Zealand, you’ll gain exposure to cloud-based platforms like Xero and Taxlab, work with senior professionals, and help clients solve finance challenges while pursuing professional qualifications with Deloitte's support.

Qualifications

• No previous experience is required.
• A Commerce degree including Accounting/Finance majors is advantageous but not essential.
• Eligibility to work towards Chartered Accountancy or CPA is common but not required.
• Analytical mind and attention to detail with numeracy focus.
• Ambitious, hard-working with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a talented team to advise SMEs on accounting, tax, and management accounting matters.
• Prepare financial statements and tax returns and provide technical advisory support.
• Develop skills in cloud-based systems such as Xero and Taxlab, supporting client finance functions.
• Collaborate with internal Deloitte teams to deliver exceptional client service.

Skills

Analytical mind

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Any degree

Tools

Xero

Taxlab

Job description

2027 Graduate | Business Advisory | Dunedin

• Full-time
• Department: Tax & Business Advisory | Business Advisory (Accounting)

Bystarting your career at Deloitte, you are joining a community of extraordinary professionals who put ‘making an impact’ at the heart of what they do. With our global reach, unwavering support, inclusive atmosphere, and cutting-edge technology, you'll have the opportunity to evolve into your fullest potential.

A graduate role at Deloitte is the perfect introduction to your first full-time permanent role in a business. You start with a cohort of people just like you, who have recently completed their studies, and get hands-on experience and support to apply your tertiary learnings in a real-world context. People at Deloitte are the best at what they do and learning from high-performers is a fantastic way to kickstart your growth and career.

Deloitte is committed to staying at the forefront of innovation, including the integration and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in our solutions. We value adaptability and a growth mindset, recognising that AI is transforming the way organisations operate. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to develop skills that prepare you for the future of work and contribute to shaping how technology drives meaningful impact.

Graduates at Deloitte have a week-long induction to learn about the business, get paired with a buddy and coach to help them find their place in the team, and build connections with almost 200 other graduates doing the exact same thing! You are not on a ‘programme’ and instead inducted into the business as a key member of the team from day one. Once you sign your contract with Deloitte, you will start in February the year following. Between the application process and your start-date, we have many events and touchpoints, so you feel part of the Deloitte whānau before your first day and are greeted with friendly faces.

If you are interested in pursuing a professional qualification, Deloitte support this through paid study leave, subsidised courses, and training from senior members of the team. There are also many learning and development opportunities offered to our graduates outside of the professional qualification realm.

About this role:

Work with a talented and trusted team of experienced Advisors to offer services to small to medium sized enterprises including advising business owners to solve their challenges-offering, technical accounting advice, virtual CFO services, the preparation of financial statements and tax returns, tax consulting, and management accounting.

Business Advisory are a large team across New Zealand comprising of over 500 finance professionals. Lead by expert Partners, Business Advisory work with a diverse portfolio of clients to solve finance issues, implement processes, interpret financial information and support privately owned businesses and families achieve their financial objectives.

The Business Advisory team are located in all Deloitte offices across New Zealand and work closely with the Tax team and other Deloitte business units to deliver exceptional client service.

Your typical day will include:

• Working directly with clients to solve complex issues and present variable solutions and insights.
• Preparing management reports, financial statements, and tax returns. Giving technical advice regarding financial reporting, tax and systems and processes.
• Developing skills in the use and application of cloud-based systems such as Xero and Taxlab, and supporting clients finance functions.
• Collaborating with internal Deloitte teams such as Tax, Strategy Risk & Transactions, and Accounting & Reporting Advisory.

Enough about us, let's talk about you. You are someone with:

• Currently completing any degree and have a passion for business. A Commerce degree, including Accounting and/or Finance majors, can be advantageous, but is not essential.
• Eligibility to work towards Chartered Accountancy or CPA is common, but this is not a requirement if you are eager, willing and able to learn business advisory skills.
• An analytical mind, detail-oriented, with a passion for business and numbers.
• An ambitious, hard-working attitude who has great interpersonal and communication skills. Emotional intelligence to navigate between clients and competing priorities.
• No previous experience is required. Part-time positions or internships in accounting, finance, customer-service, retail and hospitality are beneficial.

So, who is Deloitte in Aotearoa?

We are driven to create an impact that matters at every opportunity.Supported by a strongleadership team andmember firms from over 150 countries acrossthe globe, Deloitte in Aotearoa is in the business of solving complex problems.Over our 175-year history, we have built a reputation for impactful delivery across all areas of our business.

Deloitte in Aotearoa recognises the uniqueness of our country identified in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We uphold our responsibility(s) to the founding document and acknowledge Māori as the Tangata Whenua/Indigenous people.

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living thesevalues, including ‘Manaaki/taking care of each other’ and ‘Hāpai tangata/fostering inclusion’,is essential toensuring everyone feels included at work andable to reach their full potential. Our values drive our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people.

We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and joining bonus
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships
• Study, birthday, annual and community volunteer leave
• Career development with regular personalised coaching
• Social events, sports teams, and monthly firm drinks
• A focus on wellness and well-being
• Subsidised health insurance and income protection insurance
• Plus much more

What do you need to apply?

• An academic transcript (does not have to be official, but must show recent grades, your full name, and the name of the tertiary provider)
• The legal right to live and work in Aotearoa

Does this sound exactly like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now!We’d love to hear from you.

For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop. If you need more information about Deloitte in Aotearoa or the role, please visit our website: Careers | Deloitte New Zealand . If you require tailored assistance in the application process, please reach out to [e-mail].

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