2020 Graduate Program-Sydney-Corporate Finance

Corporate Finance & Restructuring/Insolvency 2020 Graduate Program 

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organisations protect and enhance enterprise value in an increasingly complex legal, regulatory and economic environment. With more than 4,700 employees located in 27 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges in areas such as investigations, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory issues, reputation management, strategic communications and restructuring.

All of our Australian offices located in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Brisbane are each looking for 2-3 Graduates to join us in 2020. We aim to attract, hire, develop and, most importantly, retain the best and most talented people in the world! If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with intellectually stimulating work, support throughout your professional development and the opportunity to work with leading industry experts, then our 2020 graduate opportunity in Corporate Finance & Restructuring/Insolvency may be right for you!

Practice Summary

The Corporate Finance and Restructuring/Insolvency segment of FTI Consulting provides complete support in turnaround and restructuring/insolvency, transaction advisory services and corporate recovery. Our team has over 30 years global experience working on some of the most high profile restructurings and insolvency cases, including Lehman Brothers, General Motors, Kagara, Queensland Nickel and Laura Ashley. Our clients include nearly all of the major global financial institutions, private equity houses, city law firms and many corporates. 

Position Summary

As an Associate, you will be required to work on client engagements under the supervision of more senior members of the team.

Some of your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the tasks associated with creditors meetings
• Assist with the day-to-day running of distressed entities
• Assist with conducting investigations, including liaising with relevant stakeholders
• Reconstruct accounting records from incomplete information
• Attend client sites and assist in carrying out duties and collating information required
• Assist with the securing of assets
• Apply the Corporations Act and other relevant legislation and case law where appropriate to a component of engagements
• Prepare receipts and payment vouchers
• Undertake company and industry research
• Prepare statutory correspondence and forms

What We Can Offer You:

• Opportunity to work for a leading international consulting firm
• Small client teams which will enable you to get more closely involved with pitches and often have direct access to our key decision makers, both internal and external. 
• Financial support to complete professional qualifications including external coaching and study/ exam leave
• Payment of relevant professional membership fees
• Regular industry based training sessions to enhance your professional development
• Support from an experienced “buddy” and “coach” to discuss current projects, help with tasks and provide general advice around our systems and processes
• Young Professional Program which provides graduates with the opportunity to network with your peers in other organisations 

Key Requirements

This position is an entry level role. We are looking for candidates who possess the following attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, majoring in Accounting; and
• Enrolment in (or intention to pursue) an Australia or internationally recognised professional qualification in accounting
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Familiarity with internet-based financial research resources for corporate information, exchange filings, competitive data, and other relevant data
• Flexibility with respect to assigned tasks and engagements due to challenging deadlines, changing deliverables, and evolving task priorities
• Willingness to travel when requested
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with a strong attention to detail in deadline driven situations

How to Apply

To apply for our 2020 Graduate Program please submit your CV and most recent Academic Transcript.  Applications received without a transcript will not be considered.

For further information about FTI Consulting please visit our website: www.fticonsulting.com