EY

2026 EY Graduate Program - Assurance - Audit - Melbourne

Shape your future with confidence

Finance and accounting
Full-time
Hybrid | Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Entry Level · A role for someone with underlying potential, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically no direct experience is required.
Apply by 15 Apr · Posted 18 March

Why EY

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours. Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [email protected] or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

About the role

How will you gain the skills to shape your future with confidence?

Join us as a graduate and you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional career. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential.

Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

To learn more about our business and life at EY.

What we can offer you

We’re currently looking for students from a range of degrees. You can find out more about our service lines and teams, as well as where your studies might best match, by visiting our careers pages:

Eligibility

To be eligible for our Graduate Program, you must meet the following criteria:

You are currently in the final year of your degree program, or
You have graduated and it has been no more than 24 months since you completed your studies at the time of your application
You are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident. International students should refer to our International Student criteria at ey.com/au/careers/apply to ascertain their eligibility before applying.

What you can expect

Candidates are required to submit an online application, attaching their passport (or alternative photo ID), CV, and academic transcript.
Eligible candidates will be invited to provide their team preferences and motivations.
Candidates may be invited to complete an online Job Simulation assessment, which includes a video response question.
Once we review your application and assessment results, you may be invited to an interview or Recruitment Day.

Please note that it can take up to six weeks to hear from us as we have a rigorous recruitment process in place for our student program roles.

We recommend applying early as we will be recruiting on an ongoing basis, and positions will close once filled. We ask that you only submit one application.

Apply now - We’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

What you'll be responsible for

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Project Coordination

Coordinate people and processes to ensure the effective and timely running of a project

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Stakeholder Engagement

Partner with stakeholders to understand specifications, business requirements, and communicate insights

Skills you'll need

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Collaboration

Works with others by being open, clear in communication and listening to achieve goals

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Flexibility

Copes with changes and ambiguity in varying circumstances and can adapt behaviour effectively

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Learning agility

Identifies and applies strategies to enhance reception, retention and use of newly acquired information, skills, and abilities

Meet the team

Assurance

EY

Assurance teams serve the public interest by promoting trust and confidence in business and the capital markets. Services (FAAS), and Forensic & Integrity Services – address risk and complexity, while identifying opportunities to enhance trust in the capital markets. Audit teams serve the public interest by providing high-quality, analytics-driven audits with independence, integrity, objectivity and professional skepticism. CCaSS, FAAS and Forensics teams help protect and restore enterprise and financial reputations and help support the finance function in enhancing decision-making and efficiency. Moreover, they help clients to address sustainability risks and opportunities in order to turn sustainable ambition into action. Thanks to the global experience of EY multidisciplinary talent and innovative technology they help clients to navigate the complex emerging reporting standards. Together, EY Assurance services help protect and promote sustainable, long-term value for stakeholders.