Finance & Accounting Graduate

What can I expect from the programme?

Our Finance and Accounting Graduate roles sit at the heart of how Westpac supports strong financial decision making and performance across the bank. You’ll work alongside experienced finance professionals across areas such as financial control, reporting, analysis and business partnering.

Our current programme is based in Takutai Square office in Britomart Auckland and will run for approximately 10 to 12 months. You’ll start with us as a permanent employee in February 2027 on an immersive orientation, which will help grow your understanding of Westpac NZ, alongside the wider graduate cohort.

During the programme, you’ll build a strong understanding of how a large banking organisation operates. This includes gaining exposure to financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, regulatory and compliance requirements, and performance insights that support key business decisions.

At the end of your programme, you’ll be supported to find a suitable role that matches your capabilities and interests within your business area.

Throughout the programme: 

We’ll give you the learning, support and growth opportunities to make the most of the programme, perform well in your role and progress your career.

Finance champions, leaders and mentors will support you during the programme experience. The programme is structured to help you identify your focus areas, while tailored training sessions help build and strengthen your technical and soft skills, accelerating your personal and professional development.

You can also expect to give back by joining communities, volunteering and sustainability initiatives, rounding out your overall work life experience.

The day to day: 

• Assist with analysing financial data and drawing out meaningful insights

• Prepare reports and contribute to month end finance processes

• Support stakeholders across the business with accurate and timely financial information

• Gain exposure to financial control, reporting, analysis and business partnering

• Develop your understanding of budgeting, forecasting, regulatory and compliance requirements

• Work alongside experienced finance professionals who will support your learning and development

Ōu Pūkenga | About You

To be eligible, you must be in your final year of study or have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the past 12 months. Our graduate opportunities are entry-level roles, giving those on the programme broad exposure across the relevant business unit.

Applicants must be New Zealand or Australian citizens or permanent residents.

We’re looking for graduates who are keen to build a career in financial services and bring:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline

• Strong attention to detail and an analytical mindset

• Confidence working with data to draw meaningful insights

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders

• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of your work

• A genuine interest in banking, financial services and how finance teams support business performance

• Interest in working towards, or beginning, a professional qualification such as CA, CFA or equivalent in the near future

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!

Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications close:

5 August 2026