Audit Assistant
RSM Australia

Advance Your Career in Audit with RSM Australia - Audit Assistant - Canberra
Are you ready to take the next step in your accounting career with a firm that values your growth, challenges you with meaningful work, and empowers you from day one?
At RSM Australia, we don't just offer jobs, we build long-term careers. Join our Audit & Assurance team in Canberra as an Audit Assistant and gain hands-on experience across a diverse client portfolio, including commercial businesses and key government organisations. You'll work alongside industry experts in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
Important Eligibility Requirement: Australian Citizenship
Only applicants who are Australian citizens will be considered for this role.
Due to the nature of our client engagements, particularly with Commonwealth and government organisations, Australian citizenship is a mandatory requirement to meet client security and compliance obligations. Permanent residents and visa holders are not eligible.
What You'll Be Doing
- Assist in the planning and execution of external audits
- Conduct audit testing and prepare working papers
- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality audit outcomes
- Develop a strong understanding of auditing and accounting standards
- Build professional relationships through client engagement
- Contribute to a positive and team-oriented culture
What We're Looking For
- A qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or a related field
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A proactive, collaborative mindset
- Eligibility to commence or currently undertaking CA or CPA studies
- Australian citizenship (non-negotiable requirement)
Why RSM?
At RSM, we provide a great environment to build skills and confidence. We help our people achieve their best and support their professional growth. Our network of offices across Australia and globally allows us to offer a personal service to all our clients, regardless of location.
Working for RSM entitles you to a wide range of leading health, wellness, financial, and lifestyle benefits.
OUR VALUE PROPOSITION
At RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change for both our clients and our people.
RSM Australia supports a people-centric and collaborative culture where we are committed to empowering and developing you. As a leading professional services firm, we connect you to an extensive network of global resources and invest in your future. We value the meaningful work that you do and encourage you to be a part of the change.
Our value proposition is our commitment to you; it highlights the experiences, benefits, and value that you can expect as part of RSM. This is underpinned by our three values - integrity in everything that we do, supporting clients everywhere, and developing and valuing everyone.
Who we are:
RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world's 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.
Ready to Apply?
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Note to Recruitment Agencies:
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