MGI Melbourne :: Business Solutions World Wide

Unfortunately we do not offer vacation employment at present, however we may consider offering vacation work in the future. We do not offer traineeships or sponsorships to overseas students. The Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAA) requires that you must possess permanent residency (PR) in order to undertake the Chartered Accountants program.

MGI recruits graduate accountants predominately for a business services/tax and accounting role. However, all graduates are given some exposure to our other service areas.

We speak to two employees who recently joined our team as graduates:

Carly Dale says:

I began working at MGI Melbourne straight from university. The transition from study to full time work was difficult but the working environment at MGI helped. The level of training and support in the firm is very high which made the learning process less daunting. The assistance in daily work and with CA study indicates that MGI cares for their employees.

One key aspect I was looking for in a firm was variety in work available. At MGI I have been exposed to a range of areas including business services, superannuation and audit. This has helped me to understand the different areas of accounting and identify the areas which I enjoy. MGI has managed to create a very social and energetic working environment with its weekly drinks in the board room and various social club events including tennis day, lawn bowls day and mid year ball. There are numerous opportunities to grow with MGI which is positive for all graduates.

Anthony Cape says:

My transition from my university and traveling lifestyle was made easy by the great team at MGI Melbourne. After I had travelled for a couple of years after uni, getting back to work was difficult. With the support of the team around me though I soon quickly developed the necessary skills that was required to start my accounting career.

With weekly training sessions and opportunity for further studies including the CA program among other courses, the knowledge and help I have gained from all staff has been great. Apart from the working side, the social side has also been enjoyable. From the weekly Friday night drinks and the various events such as tennis days and lawn bowls days, I know I have formed some great friendships. I hope to be here for some time yet.

MGI is part of the MGI group Ð one of the largest associations of independent accounting and consulting firms in the world. The MGI group has more than 200 offices in 70 countries. MGI is the sole MGI representative in Melbourne. Being part of the MGI affiliation means that our clients have access to top quality international links and knowledge with the personal service associated with smaller independent practices.

Yes, in order to broaden the experience of our staff we offer them secondments (usually on completion of the Chartered Accountants program). To date our staff have been offered work in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, however, as mentioned above, our international network extends to over 70 countries.

It s a prerequisite that all accounting staff at MGI undertake the Chartered Accountants program. Effective 2007, candidates will need 26 weeks full time relevant experience mentored by a Chartered Accountant before they can enrol in their first module. For more information on the Practical Experience component of the Chartered Accountants Program click on the link below.

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MGI also encourages staff to undertake further studies in complimentary disciplines. Financial support is offered to participants of further education subject to our further education policy.

MGI is very understanding of graduates undertaking the Chartered Accountants Program. We offer financial support, study leave, externally provided notes, lectures and practice exams as well as the ability to utilise office premises for study groups. Additionally, qualified senior staff are always close at hand to offer training and mentoring.

There is scope for specialisation in your preferred area of interest on completion of the Chartered Accountants Program. At MGI we believe that graduates should be exposed to all areas of the practice prior to developing specialist skills. Areas that you can specialise in: Business Services; Tax; International Tax and Transactions; Corporate Advisory; Superannuation; Audit; Management Consulting & IT.

In order to commence the Chartered Accountants Program, you must have completed an Australian Bachelor degree accredited by the ICAA. The ICAA publishes an annual list of tertiary accredited courses in Australia which satisfy the academic requirements for entry into the Chartered Accountants Program. Click on the link below to view the list. Click here to find out more.

In the past, we have not had the need to hire graduates for a mid-year start. However, this should not stop you from applying; just indicate in your application that you are applying for a mid-year intake and if there is a need, we will contact you.

In general, graduates commence at the beginning of February of the year following recruitment.