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In 2015, Alice Shen moved from her home country of China to Australia to pursue a master’s degree in professional accounting at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Upon completing her studies in 2017, Alice applied for the KPMG graduate program, one of several...
Whether you’re considering picking up a side hustle to supplement your main income, searching for a more flexible job while you study or making the leap to full-time self-employment, there are many benefits of working as a freelancer in Australia. Typically, one of...
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an accountant? Maybe you’ve had a look at the types of accounting jobs in Australia and are planning to study accounting or commerce as an international student. Accounting jobs are in high demand, meaning that if you work...
Accounting is one of the most in-demand professions in Australia. This is because accountants are employed in almost every industry, in locations all around the country. Accounting is also listed on the Australian Skilled Occupation List for several visas, meaning...
As a result of the pandemic, the employment landscape has changed pretty dramatically. While many industries are seeing a reduction in new roles or even complete hiring freezes, accountants remain in high demand in Australia. Read on to understand why, and find out...
Thinking about kickstarting your accounting career in Australia? You’ll be happy to hear that a 2020 study by recruitment company, Hays, found that accounting is one of the top three positions employers are looking to hire amid COVID-19. Read on to discover more about...
Accounting is a hugely varied field. An accountant’s job may involve collecting, examining and communicating information about financial transactions to regulators, investors and management. They might look at whether the business is making a profit, meeting taxation...
If you’re studying accounting in Australia, you might be thinking about what to do once you finish your course. For many international students, it may be time to make a challenging decision about whether to leave or remain in Australia. Some students choose to stay...