Earn. Learn. Build Your Accounting and Auditing Career.
Finished Year 12 and looking for an alternative to the traditional university pathway?
At HLB Mann Judd Melbourne, you can start building your accounting career straight out of school, earning a full-time salary while gaining practical experience and working towards becoming a Chartered Accountant.
Through our High School Leaver Program, you’ll work alongside experienced accountants and advisors, contribute to real client work, and complete the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) High School Leaver pathway.
It’s an opportunity to earn while you learn, develop valuable qualified skills and start your career from day one.
About HLB Mann Judd Melbourne
HLB Mann Judd Melbourne is a leading chartered accounting and advisory firm and part of the global HLB network. We provide audit, tax, accounting and business advisory services to a diverse range of clients, from privately owned businesses to larger organisations.
Our people are at the heart of what we do. We offer a supportive and collaborative setting where you’ll be encouraged to learn, build your confidence and develop both professionally and personally.
About the Program
Our High School Leaver Program combines full-time paid employment with structured CA ANZ study, giving you the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge while gaining valuable real-world experience.
As part of the program, you’ll:
- Work full-time in a professional accounting and advisory firm
- Gain hands-on experience working with real clients
- Learn from experienced accountants and advisors
- Complete online CA ANZ studies while you work
- Receive paid study leave and support throughout your studies
- Build your accounting, business and professional skills
- Develop your career in a supportive team environment
In your first year, you’ll complete CA Fundamentals,
followed by CA Foundations as you progress through the pathway towards becoming a Chartered Accountant.
About You
You don’t need to have your entire career mapped out. We’re looking for motivated school leavers who are interested in accounting, business and building a professional career.
You’ll ideally
- Be 18 years or older when the program commences
- Have completed high school within the past three years
- Have successfully completed a Year 12 Mathematics subject
- Have an interest in accounting, business or commerce
- Be enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Be organised and able to manage competing priorities
- Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team
- Show initiative, attention to detail and a positive attitude
- Be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
What You’ll Get
Starting your career with HLB Mann Judd Melbourne means you’ll be supported from day one.
You’ll receive
- A full-time salary while you study
- Support towards your CA ANZ High School Leaver pathway
- Paid study leave
- Structured learning and professional development
- Mentoring and buddy support
- Exposure to a broad range of clients and industries
- Ongoing coaching and career development
- A collaborative and supportive workplace
- Social, networking and wellbeing initiatives
- A clear pathway towards becoming a Chartered Accountant
Why Choose the High School Leaver Pathway?
University isn’t the only way to start a career in accounting.
This program gives you the opportunity to gain professional experience, earn an income and work towards an internationally recognised accounting qualification, all while building your career.
Instead of waiting to enter the workforce, you’ll be developing practical skills, working with clients and learning from experienced professionals from the very beginning.
Ready to Start Your Career?
If you’re finishing school and ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and start building your future with HLB Mann Judd Melbourne.
📌 CAANZ High School Leaver Program (Melbourne)
🏢 Hlb Mann Judd
📍 Melbourne
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