Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Graduate, Private Enterprise


Company : Grant Thornton


Location : Brisbane QLD, Australia


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

A career without compromise starts here.At Grant Thornton, we see the world a little differently - not for how things are, but for how they could be. And when it comes to people, we see you differently too with near limitless potential to unlock and harness.Every day we seek to reach for remarkable - in the opportunities we unlock, the experience we share and the results we deliver. But unleashing the remarkable in each of us takes CARE, and that connects our passion with the purpose we live by. It''s why we go beyond in the way we care for our people, clients and communities, and support them to thrive, always.A graduate program with a differenceLife''s too short for a cookie-cutter career that treats you like another cog in the machine. So from the get-go, we will look to challenge your curiosity and fuel your passions, empowering you to build a one-of-a-kind career path.More than that, as leaders in accounting, tax and advisory services, we''re committed to setting you up for success through our remarkable support network within a globally integrated firm filled with possibilities.What we offer you:Remarkable support grow your technical knowledge and business acumen through a structured learning and development program; financial and study leave support to help you undertake your CA qualification; a dedicated coaching Manager and Partner to help you thrive in your career journey.Remarkable exposure work alongside leading Partners and specialists across a broad range of industries and experiences, develop strong relationships with your clients, participate in national and international secondment opportunities as they arise.Remarkable impact make a meaningful difference in a way that feels personal to you through a range of social, environmental and sustainability initiatives, committees and networks.Remarkable perks including a 9 day fortnight; flexible working arrangements; a complimentary health club & gym membership; social events and clubs; well-being mental health support; paid volunteering leave.Your opportunityPrivate businesses are the engine room of the Australian economy. They cover all sectors, employ millions of people and are key to Australia''s reputation for stable, quality goods and services both domestically and internationally.Our Private Enterprise team helps its private clients make the right decisions for their business, their family and for themselves with advice that is holistic, practical and commercial.As accountants and advisors, we help mid-sized businesses and family groups manage the complexity of their taxation and financial reporting, and then look forward to the big picture growing their business, growing their wealth and planning for their future via succession or business sale. Our passion for understanding our clients'' businesses goes beyond addressing technical accounting issues to developing actionable growth recommendations.Joining the Private Enterprise team as a graduate will see you:work closely with your clients to understand their business operations, structure, objectives and future plansdevelop a strong foundation in your technical accounting knowledge by working on a range of accounting and tax compliance matterspreparing financial statements and tax returnsliaising with the ATO on behalf of your clientscompiling information and supporting the preparation of workpapersproviding support to the broader team on advisory engagements.This role will commence in February 2026.EligibilityTo be eligible you must be:on track to complete your studies by the end of 2025; or have completed a relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the last two years; andan Australian or New Zealand Citizen, a Permanent Resident of Australia or a visa-holder (subject to some conditions).International students and graduatesWe welcome applications from international students who are studying at an Australian tertiary institution. To be eligible to apply, you will need to demonstrate that you have full time working rights within Australia at the time of your application. We recommend you review our international student and graduate eligibility information prior to starting your application.Please note: Grant Thornton Australia will not sponsor students or graduates for the purposes of residency. Successful candidates will be required, as a condition of their employment, to maintain a current visa or where relevant, to independently apply for and obtain permanent residency.Your applicationFive easy steps to starting your career at Grant Thornton:Get to know usApply onlineComplete our online testing the Grant Thornton Strength AssessmentComplete the video interviewAttend an assessment centre and/or interviewFor more information on each step of the recruitment process, as well as tips and advice from our Early Career teams,Need additional support?We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly welcome applications from students who have a disability or identify as neurodiverse. Should you require any adaptations to the recruitment process or need any additional support from us to help you perform at your best, please reach out to our Early Careers team on or to discuss your application and your individual circumstances.