RSM Australia
2021 R&D Tax Undergraduate / Graduate - Melbourne (Start ASAP)
Melbourne
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- 1-2 vacancies
- Apply by 1 Aug 2021
- Start date ASAP
RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world's 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firm. We offer the combined benefits of a leading professional services firm with extensive networking, learning and career opportunities
The Opportunity
RSM's National R&D Tax Incentive team is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their growing group of R&D Tax specialists in Melbourne!
As a Undergraduate or Graduate in R&D you will be involved in:
- Meetings with a wide range of clients, ranging from start-ups and entrepreneurs to established and multi-national businesses to discuss innovation, technology, business and commercial matters.
- Preparation of R&D Registrations that identify and detail the scope of R&D projects and R&D activities;
- Analysis of financial reports and underlying data to prepare R&D cost allocations; and
- Application of the R&D Tax Incentive legislation and broader Tax legislation to diverse scenarios and advising clients on these matters.
RSM Graduate Program
We believe in a culture that rewards our employees with work/life balance, clear career progression, technical training and professional development opportunities.
You will benefit from RSM being a Recognised Training Employer under the Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CAANZ) Public Practicing Program. This means you will be exempt from the requirement to complete a logbook under the supervision of a mentoring Partner at our Firm.
As a graduate with RSM you will join other graduates from across Australia to take part in our firm's unique orientation and training program called Graduate Week. It is specifically designed to equip you with a combination of business and technical skills to kick start your career as a professional. It also gives you the opportunity to develop your networks with your peers and the firm's leadership team from around the country.
We also offer excellent employee benefits including competitive remuneration, mentoring programs, career breaks, international secondment opportunities, social, sporting, charity initiatives, discounted health cover and insurance options.
The successful applicant
RSM is interested in a motivated and enthusiastic individual who possess the following skillsets and experiences:
- Science/IT or ICT/Accounting/Tax/Law degree. Double degrees combining Commerce/Law with a technical degree in Science/IT will be highly regarded;
- Willingness to work autonomously and in a collaborative team environment;
- Enthusiasm to learn and apply problem-solving skills;
- Excellent written skills with attention to detail (proven ability in technical, scientific or legal writing is critical);
- Strong communication skills with a client-centric focus;
- Leadership experience, either in university, employment, or extra-curricular contexts;
- Knowledge and use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; and
- Interest in, or experience with software development, start-up business and technology will be highly valued.
Life at RSM:
RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are! Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.
Note: Applicants must hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency at the time of application
Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we don't accept applications for graduate roles.
Reviews
As an externally facing consultant, I am responsible for organising and managing multiple audits and client relations at any single point in time. This mainly involves building new test work papers to audit clients against, interviewing clients on the controls, documenting the findings and supporting evidence and formulating a final report.
Audits at the company sets unrealistic deadlines and huge workloads on seniors. site audit are much more enjoyable and offer more opportunity to learn.
As an Undergradute, I am afforded a higher level of responsibility and autonomy than I expected, while still having a support system in place to assist when I am stuck or need assistance with workflow/technical issues. My day to day responsibilities include a range of activities, mainly preparing financial statements for clients while gettting exposure to a variety of new expereinces or once off tasks
About the employer
RSM Australia
4.0
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Accounting & Advisory
RSM is one of Australia’s largest mid-tier accounting firms, combining the benefits of a large network with a supportive, people-oriented workplace.
Pros and cons of working at RSM Australia
Pros
The people who we work with are extremely nice and encouraging when it comes to making mistakes and learning."
RSM is a very Corporate Socially Responsible, by ensuring environmental procedures like recycling paper, and limiting the amount of paper used due to using computer and other electronics instead.
The hours are very flexible. I have the option to work earlier, or swap days that I don't work.
There are always opportunities to move up, usually propelled by the growth of the firm and availability of senior positions.
The firm is always giving us opportunities to participate in training sessions.
Cons
Renumeration is in line with averages when starting out. However, this is made up for by a much quicker promotions path which compensates for this.
Woking on projects of the same type, where I feel less motivated - Sometimes my feedback to managers feels ignored.
One challenge at our company is the limited availability of desk space, which can be an issue if not booked promptly enough.
I'm not really sure how I would move up the ranks – not that I want to – but no one has had that conversation with me.
Space is getting small, considering more staff have come on board in the last year.