Do you want to work in a flexible and supportive environment where you are connected to an extensive network with world-class networking and career growth opportunities?

Our Graduate Program has been designed to provide you with the technical, personal, and professional development to enable you to become our next generation of partners, managers and industry leaders!

What we offer:

At RSM, you do meaningful and impactful work that makes a real difference in people's lives.

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 invest in your future and connect you to an extensive network of national and global resources.

Learning from the best and brightest minds in the business world, the RSM Graduate Program will help launch your career by offering a diverse range of benefits:

• Receive a $500 professional start-up bonus;
• CA Program financial support and membership, paid study leave, and course completion bonuses;
• Access to senior leaders and technical experts who guide, mentor and shape your career;
• Access to structured programs and technical conferences to aid professional development;
• Employee Assistance Program to support positive mental health and wellbeing;
• Regular office social events to build your professional networks;
• Total Permanent Disability and Income Protection insurance for all permanent employees;
• Experience working on a diverse range of clients; and
• Being part of a Top 100 Graduate Employer award-winning program!

Who we are:

The Brisbane R&D Tax and Government Incentives division works closely with the National R&D Tax and Government Incentives team and is one of the largest, leaders providers in Australia and we pride ourselves for our friendly, inclusive environment.

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.

What you’ll do:

As an R&D Tax Graduate at RSM, you will have the opportunity to develop fundamental tax knowledge and skills, analyse financial statements / data and technical reports, prepare R&D tax submissions, write taxation advice, and much more!

What does the Research & Development division do?

• The R&D Tax team is rapidly growing, utilising a wide range of disciplines and skills (science, engineering, accounting, law);
• High proportion of client facing time and interaction;
• Preparation of advice to clients on government incentives for technology innovations;
• Preparation of applications for government grants;
• Preparation of R&D Registrations that identify and detail the scope of R&D projects and R&D activities;
• Understand and apply R&D tax legislation and other areas of the Income tax Act and other relevant legislation;
• Analysis of financial reports and underlying data to prepare R&D expenditure calculations;
• Undertake various administrative tasks such as file preparation, risk assessments, billing and communication.

Who you are:

You are an ideal candidate for this role if:

• You are currently studying toward or completed a bachelor’s degree in Science/IT/ICT or Tax/Law/Business Law/Accounting;
• Integrity is one of your core values, and you hold yourself and those you work with to a high standard of professionalism and mutual respect;
• You can effectively manage tasks and time, and prioritise workflow according to team and client requirements;
• You are able to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues;
• You are a self starter and a team player, and you can bring your unique skills and ideas to the table;
• You possess a can-do attitude and a passion for continuous learning and professional growth.