Graduate Accountant – Launch Your Career with Kennedy McLaughlin

At Kennedy McLaughlin, we believe great accountants are developed through hands-on experience, mentoring, and working alongside knowledgeable professionals. If you're a recent accounting graduate (or about to graduate) looking to build a rewarding career in public practice, we'd love to hear from you.

As a long-established independent accounting and advisory firm, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients while fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace where our people can grow and succeed.

Why Join Kennedy McLaughlin?

- Supportive team environment with experienced mentors
- Exposure to a broad range of clients and industries
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Modernising practice that embraces continuous improvement
- A culture that values teamwork, quality and work-life balance

About the Role

As a Graduate Accountant, you'll gain practical experience across taxation, business advisory and compliance while working closely with senior team members.

Your responsibilities will include

- Preparing financial statements and statutory documents using our accounting systems
- Assisting with the compliance requirements of companies, trusts and other business entities

- Preparing and lodging
- Income Tax Returns
- Business Activity Statements (BAS)
- Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Returns
- Payroll Tax

- Preparing and maintaining high-quality work papers and supporting documentation




- Liaising with third parties to obtain information and resolve queries
- Contributing positively to the team's productivity and supporting colleagues where required
- Following firm procedures and maintaining quality control standards

About You

We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys problem solving and takes pride in producing quality work.

Ideally you will have

- A degree (or be in your final year) in Accounting or a related discipline
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good organisational and time management skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- A commitment to providing excellent client service

Our Core Values

We're looking for someone who demonstrates:
- Accuracy, reliability and consistently high-quality work
- Professionalism and integrity
- Respectful and collaborative workplace behaviours
- An understanding of the importance of timeliness and efficiency
- A commitment to contributing to service excellence for our clients
- Initiative and a proactive approach to learning and supporting the team

Apply Today

If you're ready to start your accounting career with a firm that will invest in your development and provide genuine opportunities to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your cover letter and resume.

Kennedy McLaughlin is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

📌 Graduate Accountant (Spring Hill)
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