Ashfords Graduate Program - 2026

Job Description

Launch Your Career as a Graduate at Ashfords  
Are you ready to fast-track your professional journey? Ashfords innovative graduate program opens doors for aspiring professionals eager to grow and contribute to the business community.  

We welcome those who want to impact positively and are ready to explore exciting opportunities within a dynamic, forward-thinking firm dedicated to delivering financial freedom and peace of mind to our clients and people. 

Why the Ashfords Graduate Program 

• Direct Access to Leadership: Engage with our CEO, Partners, and Managers from day one. 
• Dynamic rotations: Experience diverse roles across multiple business units, broadening your skillset and perspective. 
• Client-Facing Opportunities: Gain invaluable exposure working directly with clients to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges. 
• Personalised Mentoring: Benefit from guidance from industry experts invested in your growth. 
• Accelerated Growth: After just two years of successfully completing our graduate program you'll gain valuable experience and have the opportunity to choose your career path.  

About Ashfords 
Ashfords is an energetic, passionate, flexible, diverse, and progressive multidisciplinary firm with seven business units. We are the largest independently owned firm in Melbourne’s south-east. 

Job Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile
We invite high-achieving graduates to join Ashfords' dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. The ideal candidates will demonstrate:

•  Strong academic performance
•  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
•  Superior communication and interpersonal skills
•  Meticulous attention to detail
•  Client-focused mindset
•  Commitment to professional development
  
  

Applications are welcome from recent graduates with a Bachelor's degree in:

•  Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
•  Bachelor of Business/Commerce (Banking and Finance)
•  Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Commerce (Business Law)
•  Bachelor of Commerce/Science (Econometrics and Business Statistics)
•  Bachelor of Economics
•  Bachelor of Commerce
  
  

At Ashfords, we foster an environment where emerging talent thrives. Our structured graduate program provides comprehensive training, mentorship, and clear progression pathways. Join our team and build a rewarding career with one of the industry's most respected firms.

Applicants must have sufficient working rights for this role.

Job Benefits

Why Join Us?
We proudly offer benefits and opportunities for growth you would expect in a global firm, with the added benefit of being a valued member of an entrepreneurial and growth-oriented team; focused on delivering ‘financial freedom and peace of mind’ for our clients, our firm, and our people. 

• Fast-growing mid-sized accounting firm, with a diverse, inclusive and social work culture. 
• Flexible work arrangements 
• Social activities, and off-site team building days with a comprehensive range of wellbeing initiatives (including in-house corporate massages). 
• Active investment into your professional development with internal and external tailored training.