Eligibility criteria 

To be eligible for the Accounting and Financial Management Stream in the Australian Government Graduate Program (AGGP), you need to meet the following requirements: 

• Be an Australian citizen at the time of application. 
• Hold or be completing a bachelor's degree (or higher) by December 31, 2024. 
• Have completed your most recent degree between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2024. 
• Be prepared to undergo police, character, health, or other necessary checks. 
• Be able to obtain and maintain a valid Australian Government security clearance.  

Skills do you need 

To be suitable for an Accounting and Financial Management role, you should demonstrate:

• Enthusiasm for meaningful and impactful work 
• Adaptability to diverse work environments 
• Strong team collaboration skills 

Benefits 

As a graduate with the Australian Government, you'll engage in meaningful work from day one. You'll contribute your perspectives and witness the impact you make on the Australian community we serve.

Working with the Australian Government offers excellent benefits, including:

• Attractive salaries (starting salaries range from $61,749 - $70,280 depending on placement agency).
• Employment security with structured development and clear objectives.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity.
• Generous super contributions of 15.4%.
• Flexible work practices and excellent leave conditions.

Locations

Most graduate roles are based in Canberra. Some agencies may offer assistance with relocation. 

What to expect in this program 

Managed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), this Data Stream recruits a significant number of graduate roles across the Australian Government and Commonwealth agencies.

The Data streams on offer consists of:

• The chance to work alongside skilled professionals and experts 
• Exposure to experienced senior leaders 
• A full-time, permanent role upon successful completion of the 12-month program 

Diversity and inclusion 

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, people from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, and mature-aged applicants.

You will only need to provide evidence of a disability if you are considered suitable for the role, and before a formal offer of employment is made. The evidence does not need to specify the type of disability. For more details, please review Information for candidates with disability.



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