Moore Australia

What influence has training provided by Moore had on your career?

I started as a graduate at Moore and was provided with a mentor and 17 week induction program to support the start of my career. Having never worked at an accounting firm before,this training allowed me to become comfortable and confident in my day to day tasks.

Starting as a graduate can be daunting as you may not truly grasp what your role will require from you. Moore provided knowledge and skill checkpoints during those 17 weeks which displayed to me what business advisory entailed from the get go. After the 17 weeks, my managers and colleagues continued to support my growth by consistently providing opportunities where I could enhance my skills. The environment at Moore allows for graduates to progress quickly and within six months of me being with the firm, I  became very familiar and confident in my role and was even able to have client contact.

Favourite thing about your role today?

I am now an accountant in the business advisory team after completing the graduate program.

The favourite thing about my role is being able t  work in a supportive environment that understands both my personal and work needs. Work-life balance can be tricky especially starting full-time work for the first time.

At Moore, I have had chances to relax and get to know my colleagues by going to the social club events and playing in our netball team. I’ve also just started my CAANZ study and am able to balance study and work seamlessly with the study leave and consideration provided by the team at Moore.

Top tip for grads seeking a role with Moore?

My advice is to take on any jobs that are available to you – no matter how big they may seem, there is always someone to support you and lend a hand! Asking for help and working with others on tasks you may not understand expands your knowledge rapidly. I also believe that mistakes are inevitable so making a few and learning from them is essential to growth. It is also important to take on the smaller tasks and help out the team wherever you can.

Why Moore Australia?

I choose Moore specifically for the graduate program, this was something I felt would help me succeed and develop my skills out of university.

What support did you receive through graduate training and CAANZ study?

Moore provided a structured training program, which included a one-on-one mentor who I would have weekly check-ins with. Having a mentor that wanted me to succeed and was there to help was invaluable to my development, made me more confident in my new role.

Best piece of advice you received as an accountant?

Starting a new can be dauting, but you are not expected to know everything on your first day! So, my best piece of advice would be that there are no silly questions.

Favourite thing about your role today?

I am currently an accountant and about to start studying my CA Training. A few of my favourite things about Moore are the company culture, the opportunity for career growth and the consistent training and development provided.

Why Moore Australia?

Moore Australia is a mid-tier firm that places emphasis on morale and staff relationships, with regular events to support these relationships.

How did Moore support you through graduate training and CAANZ?

There is great support available throughout the training of being a graduate. Having your own individual mentor to work and train with makes you feel supported and provides you with in-depth knowledge of everything you need to know. Additionally, having weekly one-on-one meetings with them allows the experience to be tailored to your needs to help you be the best that you can be.

Best piece of advice you've received?

Never be afraid to ask questions. Particularly important to remember when starting as a graduate, there is no expectation that you will know everything, so it is perfectly acceptable to ask questions!

What is your favourite part of your role today?

Being able to work with a variety of clients in a range of industries alongside an amazing team.

What is your current role?

Accountant, Audit and Assurance.

Any tips for applicants?

Be true to yourself in your applications and interviews.

Why did you choose Moore Australia?

I chose Moore Australia as I believed that a medium-sized firm would be more beneficial in exposing me to an array of experiences and allow me to learn more in a shorter period of time. Further, I liked the culture that was portrayed during the interview process.

How did you feel Moore Australia supported you through graduate Training and CAANZ?

Whilst I only graduated in November 2020, as an undergraduate, Moore Australia provided training courses to further grow my knowledge and experience.

The training courses were supported by Moore Australia as there were always others willing to answer questions and provide assistance where needed.

What influence has Moore training had on your Career:

It has allowed me to gain new knowledge and to be able to perform certain tasks more efficiently.

What is your best piece of advice you have received?

The best piece of advice that I have received is to ask as many questions as possible.

What is your favourite thing about your role today?

My favourite thing about my role is the diversity of companies I work on, the ability to expand into new tasks as I am ready and working in a team environment.

What is your position now?

Graduate in the audit team.

What is a tip you have for applicants?

Push yourself and go beyond your comfort levels.

Why did you choose Moore Australia?

I chose Moore Australia, as I wanted to work in a mid-tier firm to get to experience a wide variety of clients and work closely with them. The office is small and has a family-like environment.

How did you feel Moore Australia supported you through graduate Training and CAANZ?

Everyone was always open to questions and discussion regarding day-to-day tasks and concepts, no question was too silly! Buddying up with a more experienced grad/intermediate helped me through graduate training. Moore allows me to have study days off for my CA course.

What influence has Moore training had on your Career:

Being able to shift my mindset from small details, to a bigger picture approach, to understand jobs and concepts better, which in turn makes me more confident in my work abilities.

What is your best piece of advice you have received?

Don’t measure your progress using someone else’s ruler.

What is your favourite thing about your role today?

Picking one is hard, but probably being trusted to work autonomously in a great team environment.

What is your position now?

Intermediate/graduate accountant.

What is a tip you have for applicants?

Apply to as many places as possible and be yourself in the interview process.

Why Moore Australia?

Having previously worked in a smaller practice in the suburbs, the opportunity to join a larger firm in the city was what initially attracted me to Moore Australia. Knowing that Moore Australia was part of an international network made it clear that I was going to get exposure to a wide range of clients that wasn’t previously available to me. After having the opportunity to speak with some staff members of Moore Australia during the interview process, it was clear that the firm had a great balance between work and social culture that makes it a great place to work at.

How did Moore support you through graduate training and CAANZ?

Although I did not start as a graduate with Moore Australia, my experience with other staff members having started as graduates it is clear that the firm offers a wide range of support to their staff members. The opportunity for graduates completing their GradDipCA to attend Master Classes and fortnightly training with senior staff at Moore Australia are just some of the key offerings available to staff.

What influence did Moore training have on your career?

Joining the firm as a senior accountant I was very confident in my skills and abilities in the Business Advisory sector, however after a few months with the firm it was clear that there was more to the world of Business Advisory than I realised. The training that Moore Australia makes available to staff members gives you an opportunity to get experience in a number of topics that you don’t run into in your everyday work life.

What is your favourite part of your role?

My favourite thing about my role is the wide range of clients that I work with on a daily basis, which range from small family groups to large companies turning over $100m in revenue on a yearly basis. With this wide range of clients, no two days are the same.

Any tips for applicants?

Aside from the interesting and challenging work, I have made friendships that I will cherish for a long time.

Be open to all opportunities that come your way when you are starting out as a graduate and ask as many questions as possible. Nobody in the firm is going to say no to someone he is keen to learn and get better.

Why Moore Australia?

Moore Australia offers a unique experience for graduates to have a hands on approach and allows for valued contribution whilst working within a strong team environment. The ability to adapt and work with professionals from multiple service lines nurtures staff in allowing them to grow and develop both technical and soft skills within the working environment

How did Moore support you through graduate training and CAANZ?

Moore provides strong training and development programs to give employees the best opportunity to progress and excel through the Chartered Accountants programs and allowing flexibility in the workplace to ensure further study and development is valued in the day to day workings on the organisation

What influence has Moore training had on your career?

Moore has allowed me to develop my technical knowledge and soft skill base allowing me to create strong professional relationships with co-workers and clients whilst complete my CA requirements and receiving monthly technical training from experts within the field.

What is your favourite part of your role?

Working in audit allows me to experience working with a large range of clients, from large listed clients to smaller not-for-profits and everything in between. The ability to engagement and form working relationships with our client base allows for strong business development and creates a unique experience from one client to the next.

Any tips for applicants?

Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone, identify your strengths and use them to your advantage, but also be prepared to show some vulnerabilities and as always be yourself and as genuine as possible

Why Moore Australia?

My career at Moore Australia first started as a vacationer via the CAANZ Achiever Programme. Right from the start I saw that Moore placed great focus on its people. The culture and learning and development opportunities have created an environment that cultivates excellence and has allowed me to gain a lot of exposure very early on in my career.

How did Moore support you through graduate training and CAANZ?

The Graduate Learning and Development Programs at Moore will develop your technical knowledge and aid in your preparation for the CAANZ Exams. Moore supports your studies towards CAANZ at every stage.

What influence has Moore training had on your career?

Allowed me to progress from a vacationer to the senior that I am today.

What is your favourite part of your role?

• Flexibility.
• Exposure very early on in my career.
• I love how hands on my role allows me to be and the broad range of clients and jobs I am able to work on.
• Focus on learning and development at the individual level.
• Mentorship and guidance from Managers and Directors.