Trainee Accountant - Audit & Assurance

Full job description
Join our team as an audit trainee at PKF

Newcastle
PKF are looking for a number of candidates to join our team in trainee positions. The role is a perfect opportunity to gain exposure to the provision of audit and assurance services in a professional working environment.

The opportunity

Are you a university student completing a commerce degree, ready to kickstart your career in accounting?

Our Audit and Assurance team is growing, and we are looking for enthusiastic students to join our Sydney and Newcastle Audit Teams, with commencement date in January 2026.

About PKF

PKF is the top 10 leader in the mid-market. More and more companies want to work with us because of our values, culture, and our ability to make it happen. We pride ourselves on our people so investing in them makes sense, and we do it well.

Our audit team is energetic, self-motivated, and dedicated to giving a first-class service to our clients. We will provide a challenging but supportive environment, with exposure to a diverse cross section of businesses, or the opportunity to specialise if preferred.

At PKF, we create a positive environment that enable our people to feel valued and achieve their full potential.


We offer:

Exceptional opportunity for career development and progression
Opportunity for secondment in PKF offices overseas
Flexible work arrangements
Work/life balance encouraged
Friendly culture and team events
Study support and training
Collaborative and inclusive working environment
Fitness Passport available
Key responsibilities

You will be contributing to the team from day one and must be able to demonstrate the skills, motivation, and commitment required to work on a wide range of audit engagements across a multitude of industries.

You'll have access to best practice data analytics for audit methodologies to ensure our clients and people obtain the best outcomes.

What you need to apply

For our trainee positions, we are looking for more than just technical accounting knowledge. Important attributes include:

Enthusiasm, confidence, and excellent communication skills
A strong work ethic, taking pride in and ownership of your work
You know how to challenge the status quo and willingness to learn how to solve complex problems
Do your best work in a fast paced, agile, and dynamic team
Are keen to take your career to the next level supported by a team and firm that will back you
Completing a Bachelors Degree, preferably majoring in Accounting
Desire and eligibility to complete CA
Current Australian full time working rights
Past professional experience will be viewed favourably, although not essential
Are based in Newcastle or Sydney
In return you will join a progressive firm that values culture and diversity, lets you take charge of your development and carve your own path, and partner with Australia's high-profile brands.