Why William Buck
Applying for a graduate position at William Buck is the first step in a rewarding career. We have opportunities for enthusiastic graduates looking to build their future in our Auckland and Tauranga offices.
At William Buck you’ll gain the skills and experience that will form the foundations of your career. We value well rounded individuals and will assist you to achieve a healthy work/life balance.
We’re a growing trans-Tasman firm with big ambitions
Established in 1895, the William Buck Group has grown to over 100 directors and 900 professional staff in New Zealand and across Australia. Our vision is to be the leading advisory firm to mid-market clients.
Here in New Zealand our teams are based in the heart of the Auckland CBD and at the new co-sharing space in Tauranga (known as The Kollective). We are a team of around 100 professionals all working together to deliver outstanding service to help our clients succeed.
Here in New Zealand our teams are based in the heart of the Auckland CBD and at the new co-sharing space in Tauranga (known as The Kollective). We are a team of around 100 professionals all working together to deliver outstanding service to help our clients succeed.
We’re also part of the world’s largest international accounting alliance
As the only New Zealand member of the Praxity alliance network we can leverage this global resource and knowledge pool to assist our clients with advisors ‘on the ground’ who understand the local regulations, financial reporting requirements, tax systems and customs.
Being part of a global network also provides opportunities for our people to gain international experience through secondments with other Praxity member firms.
Being part of a global network also provides opportunities for our people to gain international experience through secondments with other Praxity member firms.
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Changing Lives
We’re on a mission to be more than just advisors good with numbers…
We want to create positive change in the lives of our clients, our employees and our community. This impacts the way we think and how we act. We know that everything we do has the potential to make a change; whether large or small. This is summed up by the phrase, Changing Lives and it is present in everything we do.
Our clients
For our clients and partners, we provide the support, insights and expertise they need to realise their goals and overcome their challenges. This approach has led to a proud reputation for creating strong long-term relationships built on trust.
Our people
Changing Lives is also about embracing change, never being comfortable with the status quo and seeking new ways to live a fuller life both personally and professionally.
Opportunities are provided to our employees at all levels. We aim to promote from within and provide the necessary training and development for success. We challenge our people with a variety of work and encourage them to step outside their comfort zones. By providing a supportive environment, our people are encouraged to pursue their dreams.
We want to create positive change in the lives of our clients, our employees and our community. This impacts the way we think and how we act. We know that everything we do has the potential to make a change; whether large or small. This is summed up by the phrase, Changing Lives and it is present in everything we do.
Our clients
For our clients and partners, we provide the support, insights and expertise they need to realise their goals and overcome their challenges. This approach has led to a proud reputation for creating strong long-term relationships built on trust.
Our people
Changing Lives is also about embracing change, never being comfortable with the status quo and seeking new ways to live a fuller life both personally and professionally.
Opportunities are provided to our employees at all levels. We aim to promote from within and provide the necessary training and development for success. We challenge our people with a variety of work and encourage them to step outside their comfort zones. By providing a supportive environment, our people are encouraged to pursue their dreams.
Our community
It’s also about helping make positive change in our community. Tapping into the social issues that are important to our people and clients and undertaking a range of initiatives to raise funds and awareness and provide hands-on support for charities and organisations in need.
We’re proud to support community organisations and projects that have a positive impact on people’s lives.
It’s also about helping make positive change in our community. Tapping into the social issues that are important to our people and clients and undertaking a range of initiatives to raise funds and awareness and provide hands-on support for charities and organisations in need.
We’re proud to support community organisations and projects that have a positive impact on people’s lives.
More than just a job
We offer not just a job, but a rewarding career.
In line with our Changing Lives philosophy, we will provide you with a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities that have a positive impact on your life. We want the knowledge and skills that you gain here to have lasting value and be a solid foundation for your future.
In line with our Changing Lives philosophy, we will provide you with a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities that have a positive impact on your life. We want the knowledge and skills that you gain here to have lasting value and be a solid foundation for your future.
Hands on experience
The best place to learn is on the job. Right from the start, you can expect to work on jobs for clients across a range of industries.
You’ll also get to work closely with team members from other service lines and locations to provide the best solution for each client.
Flexible working
We are supportive of flexible work arrangements where the role and the nature of your work can be performed on a flexible basis. This relates to when you work (working hours) and where you work (such as working remotely).
Mentoring
Participating in our mentoring programme, you’ll have regular career reviews with your senior team and benefit from working directly with our Directors and other senior leaders to ensure you have the necessary support to achieve your goals.
Career development
Our graduate training programme will ensure you develop a solid technical foundation on which to build your future.
You’ll participate in a 3-day intensive course at our William Buck College. You will have the opportunity to meet graduates from the William Buck Group across Australia and New Zealand, and you will gain practical skills that can be used right away.
We do everything possible to ensure you’re supported through the Chartered Accountants (CA) Program including study and exam leave.
We’ll also provide ongoing professional development support with internal and external training courses, international secondment opportunities and career-focused learning programs.
Socialising and having fun
We enjoy having fun and celebrating achievements. There’s always something going on throughout the year. There will be plenty of opportunities to get to know your team and other colleagues, including our regular social events, weekly morning teas and our annual firm retreat.
The best place to learn is on the job. Right from the start, you can expect to work on jobs for clients across a range of industries.
You’ll also get to work closely with team members from other service lines and locations to provide the best solution for each client.
Flexible working
We are supportive of flexible work arrangements where the role and the nature of your work can be performed on a flexible basis. This relates to when you work (working hours) and where you work (such as working remotely).
Mentoring
Participating in our mentoring programme, you’ll have regular career reviews with your senior team and benefit from working directly with our Directors and other senior leaders to ensure you have the necessary support to achieve your goals.
Career development
Our graduate training programme will ensure you develop a solid technical foundation on which to build your future.
You’ll participate in a 3-day intensive course at our William Buck College. You will have the opportunity to meet graduates from the William Buck Group across Australia and New Zealand, and you will gain practical skills that can be used right away.
We do everything possible to ensure you’re supported through the Chartered Accountants (CA) Program including study and exam leave.
We’ll also provide ongoing professional development support with internal and external training courses, international secondment opportunities and career-focused learning programs.
Socialising and having fun
We enjoy having fun and celebrating achievements. There’s always something going on throughout the year. There will be plenty of opportunities to get to know your team and other colleagues, including our regular social events, weekly morning teas and our annual firm retreat.
Meet our grads and team
See what our graduates are saying about their experiences and why they are passionate about being an accountant at William Buck.
How to apply
What is the recruitment process?
Our graduate job opportunities are advertised on our careers page.
We review applications as they arrive, so for your best chance to join our team and take the next step in your future, apply online ASAP after a graduate position is advertised.
We review applications as they arrive, so for your best chance to join our team and take the next step in your future, apply online ASAP after a graduate position is advertised.
Please ensure all applications include:
- A cover letter – let us know about what motivates you and why you would like to join us!
- Your CV detailing your employment history, education details and contact details.
- A copy of your university transcript.
We look forward to hearing from you. Good luck.
Got a question? Send a message to jackie.howard@williambuck.co.nz.
Got a question? Send a message to jackie.howard@williambuck.co.nz.
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