Marsh 2021 Graduate Program - Finance Graduate

Who are we?

Marsh is a global leader in insurance broking and innovative risk management solutions. Since 1871 clients have relied on Marsh for trusted advice, to represent their interests in the marketplace, make sense of an increasingly complex world, and help turn risks into new opportunities for growth. We have over 35,000 colleagues in more than 500 offices serving businesses, public entities and private clients in 130 countries. Marsh is a business of Marsh & McLennan Companies, the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. Marsh & McLennan Companies also include global leaders Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman.

Why join our graduate program?

Develop yourself on a personal and professional level inside a truly international company. When you join Marsh, you get more than a job – you are placed on a fast track to a meaningful career. You join us as a permanent employee from day one, and throughout the 18-month rotational program, you will attend graduate-focused development days and participate in volunteering opportunities with your cohort. Our Graduate Program is tailored to consider your previous experiences and educational background, as well as your interests and ambitions. Your wellbeing is important to us, and you will be provided with a range of initiatives and activities that support your wellness.

What does our team do?

Marsh Australia's Finance Group is part of the broader Marsh International Finance organisation, and the Pacific Finance organisation regionally, and is responsible for the management and administration of all finance activities for Marsh Australia. Our mission is to provide proactive decision and operational support of the local Marsh Australia objectives, promote fiscal responsibility and astute financial management throughout the organisation and embrace the Build the Best strategic direction.

Our products and services include: 

• Decision support: financial analysis, internal/external reporting, budgeting and forecasting
• Expert services: financial controls, audit, tax
• Transaction processing: general ledger, accounts payable, travel and entertainment
• Fiduciary accounting: accounts receivable, insurer payments

What can you expect?

You'll be providing input and offering advice on a range of things including:

• Assisting in the creation of strategic documents including Project Business cases, Assessments, Communication plans and detailed project plans
• Supporting the financial reporting team during the month-end and year-end reporting period, particularly with the audit process/production of the year-end statutory financial statements
• Prepares and reviews journal entries, consolidated statements and client carrier reconciliations
• Analyses, maintains and reconciles the general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts and administrative systems

Our hiring criteria:

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident
• Be in your final year of a university degree or have completed your degree in the past 2 years
• Open to applicants from all university degrees and backgrounds, Financial discipline preferred 
• Graduates with a minimum of 65% grade point average (credit average)
• Involvement with extra-curricular activities such as volunteering, sporting teams and/or community initiatives 

We value diversity of thinking and consider applicants from all degree backgrounds. The ability to work collaboratively and provide innovative solutions to problems is more important than the degree you studied. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Our application process can be modified to meet your specific needs, so please let us know if you require support.