Baker Tilly Staples Rodway is an Accounting, Tax, Audit, Corporate and Business Advisory firm. Here in New Zealand, we employ over 480 people and have offices in Auckland, Waikato, Tauranga, Taranaki, Hawke's Bay, Wellington, and Christchurch. We are also a part of the Baker Tilly International network, with over 650 offices worldwide. Our people benefit from being locally owned while enjoying the advantages of an international network, including potential secondment opportunities.

The role

Our Graduate programme is designed to set your career up for success.

• Our graduate intakes are in February 2026 and July 2026
• We currently have graduate role openings in the following service lines: Business Advisory, Audit, Tax and Insolvency. For more information on the role on each service line visit our website: https://bakertillysr.nz/careers/graduate-recruitment/

Why Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland?

Our values of Innovation, Partnership, Dynamic, Success, and Care define who we are. We promote these values through various initiatives that support our staff, clients, and the wider community.

• Workplace culture - Our grads will quickly become part of the Baker Tilly Staples Rodway team with multiple opportunities to get involved in events, social activities, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and volunteer days to build networks and be a part of something that matters to you.
• Workplace environment – In 2025, our Auckland office will be relocating to a new office. The new office is open-plan, facilitating direct interaction with our Directors, Managers, and team members daily.
• Global Reach - Our strong global network allows you to elevate your career with international assignment opportunities at our member firms around the world. We recognise the value of travel and are committed to supporting our staff's aspirations through policies that enable extended leave or the option to travel while working.
• Development and Support - Learn from and be mentored by our highly skilled experts to pave your way in the accounting world with our Graduate Programme. Your manager will provide regular feedback on your performance, including a six-monthly formal review and an annual salary review. Be supported on your journey to becoming a Chartered Accountant with our structured training programme, your study and exam fees paid and our tailored mentoring and buddy programmes. Our office is certified as a Registered Training Employer (RTE) by CA ANZ, which means you can trust you will have the best opportunities to learn in a supportive environment.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Is in their final year of study at university or graduated within the last 24 months
• Majoring in accounting
• Future plans to become a Chartered Accountant and follow either the CA ANZ or CPA pathway
• Has the right to work in New Zealand
• Has part-time work experience, volunteer experience, or is involved in extracurricular activities or hobbies.

Application process

1. Submit your online application including your CV, cover letter, academic transcript and passport (or visa) copy
2. Take the online psychometric assessment. Please state in your application if you anticipate needing assistance. We’re here to help you succeed
3. Be invited to a video interview
4. Be invited to interview and meet the team if your application is successful

Baker Tilly Staples Rodway is committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and belonging. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, even if you do not meet all the role criteria. If you have any support or access requirements during our recruitment process, please let us know when you apply, and we’ll do our best to assist.

Please note applications for this role will be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment process prior to a closing date.