Undergraduate Program 2027

Are you ready to discover endless possibilities? Currently completing Year 12 or first year of university? 

Well, you’re in the right place! There is no better place to start a career than at SW. We are a progressive advisory and accounting firm with a 90-year history in Australia. 

The 4-year Undergraduate Program combines work with structured education through university, allowing you to earn while you learn. This gives you the opportunity to apply concepts learnt through your studies in the workplace, gain experience working on real client work, and fast-track your career through SW’s leading learning and development program.

Apply now, join the Australia’s best kept accounting secret and experience what it's like to be part of a team that leads the way and creates opportunities every day!

Join SW, a hidden Gem in the world of accounting:

Be a part of a recognised leader in Graduate and Internship programs winning numerous awards since 2016!

Join a firm that is growing and open to change and disruption in today’s economy

Accelerate your career with SW sponsoring your Chartered Accountant studies

Extra leave days, matched time, and dedicated Wellness Wing to encourage your work-life balance

Weekly team lunches, regular social events and offsites to foster a positive work culture

Receive $500 welcome bonus help you dress for success from day dot

We believe in building meaningful relationships with our Graduates from the moment we first connect

Mentor program, dedicating a buddy to guide you through the program and show you the ropes

Be a part of SW before you start with our Keep In Touch Events, designed to build your skills, network and connect with SW employees and your cohort!

Not travelled before? We have amazing secondment opportunities interstate and overseas

You career has no limits at SW Undergraduate program: 

As an Undergraduate at SW, you create your own pathway, putting you in the driver’s seat of your career. You will interact with variety of clients within your first month. You’ll enjoy a whole new world of thinking, culture and experiences, and to help support you in being your best self at work. Best of all our experienced teams will be there to support and guide you along the way. If you’re looking to work one-on-one with some of the best in the business and assist clients across a range of markets and industries, our Graduate program is for you. 

About us: Australia’s best kept accounting secret

In Australia, we operate in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth with over 400 people and 44 Partners nationally. Taking the lead, SW joined the rapidly growing SW International Network, one of the world’s leading organisations of independently owned and managed advisory and accounting firms. With access to a global network and a team of over 12,000 professionals, 490+ Partners, in 95+ offices, across 19 countries and regions, we work together to open doors to opportunity in Australia, Asia and across the world. 

We have been recognised as a Graduate and Intern Employer of choice in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 as compiled by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) and the Australian Financial Review. 

Business Services

Our Business and Private Client Advisory Division works with a range of small, medium and large private businesses and family groups, along with some not-for-profit and foreign owned businesses. Our team offers a wide variety of services to clients who operate in a range of industries including property, education, hospitality & gaming, accommodation, agribusiness and automotive.  

 Responsibilities

Preparing tax returns

Processing tax office correspondence

Preparing Business Activity Statements

Preparing financial statements

And more!

Assurance and Advisory

Our Assurance and Advisory Division’s core services are traditional external audit and internal audit services, with an IT advisory offering. This team gets the opportunity to work on a broad range of clients and industries; working with and learning from different Partners, Managers and team members. For our Graduates this means the opportunity to work across all streams and select a specialisation once they have depth of experience. With the opportunity to be based at our client’s site, our Graduates will see first-hand what it means to run a business.

Responsibilities

Preparing audit work papers

Examining financial statements

Preparing stocktakes

Going to client sites

Building relationships with clients

And more!

Who we’re looking for:

You’re entrepreneurial and passionate about making a difference and opening doors to new opportunities for our clients

You’re energetic about putting knowledge into practice

You’re unique, one of a kind, and bring a different perspective – we value diversity of thought and a growth mindset

You’re authentic, empathetic and a team-player who thrives in a collaborative environment

You're currently in Year 12 and planning to study Commerce, Business, or Accounting with a major in Accounting                                                                                          OR

 You're in your first year of university studying Commerce, Business, or Accounting with a major in Accounting

Achieved 80 or above ATAR

Applicants must be a citizen of, or hold permanent residency in, Australia or New Zealand

Join a growing firm that will open doors to growth and opportunities where you can make your own journey and love your work. 

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