Accounting Vacation Program

• Experience #lifeatBDO and gain real-world experience, getting paid while you do it! 
• It’s not just numbers, you’ll help clients solve real business problems and achieve their business goals.
• Each day brings new things! enjoy variety, working on many different tasks and tackle challenging issues.

Your BDO Vacation Experience

Let your career take flight within one of the world’s leading audit, accounting, advisory and consulting firms!  

Open to students in their penultimate year, who are looking to get hands-on experience, and learn about the range of career pathways available at BDO.  

The program runs over 4 - 8 weeks and includes full-time, paid work experience within one service line during the university break commencing in November 2023 or January 2024 (commencement date and duration may vary across offices).  

About Business Services

As a Vacationer, you’ll work on real client work and undertaking a variety of tasks, from preparing income tax returns and financial statements to liaising with the ATO and more! You’ll work closely with the team to build a strong foundation of technical accounting and compliance knowledge, developing your skills and experience to set you up for success in the future. 

What can I expect? 

• Get to know all about BDO, our people, clients, services, and culture!  
• Work on real projects for our clients, giving you valuable hands-on experience in a professional setting. 
• Work alongside your allocated buddy, and experienced leaders who will provide you with guidance and support as you learn and grow. 
• Undertake various professional development activities (workshops, training modules etc.), helping you to develop your skills and knowledge. 
• Meet other vacationers and professionals in the industry, build your network and make valuable connections. 
• Have fun! At BDO, we believe that work should be fun, and our Vacation Program is no exception! You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to socialise and meet people. 
• Get a head start on your career, offering valuable experience, skills, and knowledge that set you up for success as you start your career. Did we mention the vacation program could lead to an Undergraduate or Graduate offer with BDO?  

Eligibility

You will be in your penultimate year, working towards a degree in either accounting, commerce, or similar.

How to Apply! 

Click ‘apply’ and fill out the online application, attaching your resume and transcript (unofficial or official). 

Applications close 11:45pm (AWST) Sunday, 20 August 2023. We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so don’t wait to submit yours!  

Starting your career is a big step, but we are here to support you at every stage. Contact our friendly student recruitment team on [email protected] if you have any questions or require any adjustments through the recruitment process or on the job. 

To learn more about our programs or recruitment process, visit our student careers page! 

Please note, responsibilities, salary, start/finish dates and benefits may vary dependant on location.