Below you will find answers to the most common questions we receive during the application process.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN PVW PARTNERS?
We offer:
- exceptional support and mentorship
- dedicated training time and the opportunity to continually learn and grow
- a guaranteed role once you graduate from university with the opportunity to take on your CA studies (course fees paid and paid study/exam leave)
- opportunity for career progression – no limits on how far you can progress with the firm – if you’re performing you will be promoted
- a workplace which is very much like a family – our values guide everything we do
- flexibility to ensure we can offer you the best work-life balance
WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN AN UNDERGRADUATE/GRADUATE??
Our standards are high, but we’re interested in you as a person not just your academic results. We’re looking for people who:
- are team players;
- are resilient;
- can communicate their ideas well;
- are keen to keep on learning;
- have a strong client focus; and
- want to make a difference and assist 'Regional Australians Growing Regional Australia'
WHAT IF I’M NOT AN AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT?
You must be an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident or have full-time working rights within Australia at the start date of your employment (you will be required to show proof of visa).
DO I NEED TO HAVE WORK EXPERIENCE TO APPLY?
No, however, we would like to hear about any casual positions you may have held to date.
DO I NEED TO BE DOING/OR HAVE DONE ACCOUNTING AT HIGH SCHOOL TO APPLY?
No, this is not a requirement. If you haven’t studied Accounting at school this does not preclude you from applying as long as you intend to apply to/or are completing a university course as an Accredited Tertiary Course by CAANZ (any offer of employment will be conditional on your acceptance into such course).
I’VE ALREADY GRADUATED FROM UNIVERSITY – CAN I STILL APPLY?
If you are a recent graduate who has completed a university course approved as an Accredited Tertiary Course by CAANZ we welcome your application for a Graduate Position with PVW Partners.
WHEN IS THE OPENING/CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS?
Applications are open now and close June 18, 2024
HOW DO I APPLY?
All applications must be received online via our online application form.
View the Selection Process of each position for more information on what will happen after you submit an application
DO YOU HAVE ANY TIPS FOR COMPLETING MY APPLICATION?
It’s important to complete all the sections of the application form and include as much information about yourself as you can. You will also need to submit a CV so focus on refining your CV to ideally no more than 2 pages.
Submit your application early – don’t leave it until the close date to commence your application. This allows us to receive your application in a timely manner and to then request you to complete the online assessment without it being rushed.
WHERE IS THE RECRUITMENT TAKING PLACE?
We will be recruit for:
- Cairns Graduate positions
- Townsville:
- Undergraduate – Commencing university in 2025
- Undergraduate – Continuing university study in 2025
- Graduate - Completed your degree within the past year
- Due to complete your degree in early 2025
WHEN WILL I HEAR FROM PVW PARTNERS AFTER SUBMITTING MY APPLICATION?
You will receive a confirmation email within 2 working day of us receiving your application. This email will outline the next steps and timeframes as to when you can expect to hear from us regarding further stages of the process.
Please do regularly check your email over this period.
The initial email you receive will include details of the online assessment required to be completed, assuming you meet our eligibility criteria. It is very important that you complete this step in a timely manner to allow us to progress your application to the next stage.
WHAT QUESTIONS WILL I BE ASKED IN AN INTERVIEW?
You will be asked about your motivation for wanting a role with PVW Partners and entering a career in Tax and Accounting, your time school and extra-curricular activities.
Our interview questions are motivational and behavioural-based and are related to the skills and behaviours we consider to be important for a successful career at PVW Partners.
WHEN WILL I BE REQUIRED TO START WORK?
Successful applicants will commence work at PVW Partners in mid-January 2025 (exact date will be confirmed with you by 30 November 2024).
WHAT HOURS WILL I BE REQUIRED TO WORK?
Our full-time team members work a 7.5 hour day plus a one hour lunch break – so 37.5 hours per week.
We do offer paid overtime in the event that you are required to work approved extra hours and are willing/able to do so.
WHERE IS THE PVW PARTNERS OFFICE?
Townsville: Our office is at 52 Walker Street – right in the heart of the city. We have a very modern office and great facilities for our team to enjoy – including a large kitchen, balcony to enjoy a BBQ lunch from time to time and most importantly, a great coffee machine!
Cairns: The firm purchased and fitted out brand new office space in late 2023 for our team to enjoy. The new office is located at Suite 4/220-226 McLeod Street, Cairns North. Our new location offers the team a fantastic, modern, light-filled space and space for our team to expand.
