Accounting Graduate Development Program (Jan 2026)

About us

Cor Cordis is a leading independent business advisory firm with expertise in solving complex financial problems, with national presence across Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Sydney.

We unpack the many complex challenges companies face when dealing with financial distress.

From advisory to restructuring and turnaround to forensics and insolvency, our team of experts develops solutions to optimise financial recovery.

Our graduate program

We are seeking for final year accounting or commerce students to join us in late 2025 or early 2026. Our dynamic work environment and the diversity of the clients and industries we deal with, will provide you with the skills you need to help solve complex issues facing businesses as they navigate uncertain times.

• Contributing to high-profile projects like Mahercorp or NetComm or assisting in the management of the financial affairs of notable individuals facing bankruptcy.
• Collaborating with a dedicated team on-site to oversee trading administration, including managing trading activities, engaging with creditors and customers, and liaising with diverse stakeholders.
• Conducting in-depth investigations, which may involve compiling evidence and reports to support litigation. You might also be involved in pursuing claims related to financial fraud, breach of duties, insolvent trading or other violations of legislation.
• Engaging with a diverse array of stakeholders, including interested parties in business or asset sales, creditors, employees, debtors, lawyers and financial institutions.

Life at Cor Cordis

At Cor Cordis, learning drives success. We offer pathways to elevate your strengths by providing challenges that promote continuous growth.

Our environment is vibrant, centred around continuous learning, innovation, and embracing diversity. Your journey here extends beyond professional development, we nurture your growth and success.

Employee benefits include:  

• Access to the Cor Cordis Development Program, designed to provide consistent national development framework for our senior leaders to facilitate individual and firm growth. Aside from the regular training sessions to stay updated with policies and industry trends, Cor Cordis Academy programs provide you with tailored professional development to support your career goals.
• Two weeks of Bonus Leave in addition to your annual leave, giving you the option to either take additional time off when required or a financial bonus.
• A buddy will ease your transition into the firm and, in addition to on-the-job learning you will have access to both external and internal training.
• Increased study leave for CA ANZ or CPA and ARITA qualifications.
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers, two weeks for secondary carers and a guaranteed flexible return to work option for the first six months back at work.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Personal, carer’s leave and a one-day paid volunteer leave to support our principal community partner, Starlight Children’s Foundation or your charity of choice.
• Championing your professional and personal skills as you progress your career, leveraging different learning methods and providing financial support for professional memberships.
• A competitive employee referral program, rewarding you with generous bonuses when you refer top talent to join our growing team.
• Wellness and support initiatives such as the free and confidential counselling service (Employee Assistance Program), available to 24/7 to you and family, free flu vaccinations and regular training on mental health and resilience to name a few.
• Access to DEI resources including our National Women’s Forum, a program of events to support our women in their career progression through networking events and training. We are also proud members of the Diversity Council of Australia, allowing you to tap into a wealth of resources to extend your DEI knowledge.

Our values

We are a values-driven organisation that nurtures a culture where individuals can thrive professionally and personally. If you genuinely live and breathe our values, you’ll be a great addition:  

• Be Your Best: We nurture the growth, development and wellbeing of people. We are bold and strive to be at our best always.
• Embrace Our Differences: We respect and include different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds to solve complex problems, exploring new ways of thinking and doing.
• Lead with Integrity: We demonstrate integrity and accountability through our actions. We talk straight and do what we say we will do.
• Together We Succeed: We collaborate with our people and our stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

Our ideal candidates

We seek accounting or commerce graduates eager to kick-start their careers and who possess the following qualities:

• Efficiency and highly motivated team player
• Strong attention to detail paired with a practical problem-solving approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency status
• High self-awareness, empathy and EQ.

Graduate recruitment process

• Online application
• Online assessment
• Face-to-face interview
• Coffee meeting with recent graduates
• Offer of employment

Ready for brave futures? Apply now.

Submit your application by 28 March 2025. You will need to attach your CV, cover letter and a copy of your university transcript to complete your application.

Cor Cordis is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace to build a high-performing culture where our people feel valued.  We strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. To be eligible to apply, candidates must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.