Pathway to Practice

Lead your way into a career in accounting:

At Pitcher Partners, we believe success is better shared. Our new Pathway to Practice Scholarship Program is designed to open doors for aspiring accountants who may not have access to traditional pathways into the profession. This is your chance to take ownership of your future with the support and flexibility you need to thrive.

What’s on offer?

• A paid cadetship role within our firm, giving you hands-on experience and exposure to real clients and meaningful work.
• Financial support to complete the CA ANZ Fundamentals and Foundations Programs, with the study costs completely covered by the firm.
• Ongoing mentoring and coaching, so you can build confidence, capability, and a career that reflects your ambitions. This includes one-on-one mentoring, career development conversations and coaching tailored to your goals and challenges.

Who we’re looking for

You’re curious, motivated, and ready to embrace possibility. To be eligible, you must:

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have completed Year 12 mathematics.
• Have graduated high school within the last three years.
• Be eligible to enrol into the CAANZ Fundamentals Program and be ready to commit to both study and gaining practical experience.

Beyond eligibility, we’re looking for people who:

• Have a genuine interest in accounting and business—you want to understand how numbers tell a story.
• Show initiative and a willingness to learn—you’re not afraid to ask questions and take ownership of your growth.
• Value teamwork and collaboration—you enjoy working with others and contributing to shared success.
• Demonstrate resilience and adaptability—you can navigate challenges and keep moving forward.
• Communicate clearly and professionally—you’re comfortable engaging with colleagues and clients.
• Bring a positive attitude and integrity—you care about doing the right thing and making a difference.

Why Pitcher Partners?

Here, you’ll find a team with heart. We’re genuinely invested in your growth and inspired by your potential. Our EVP, Lead Your Way, means we’ll help you chart your own course, because success looks different for everyone.

With a strong history of supporting our people to grow and develop within the Chartered Accounting profession, Pitcher Partners Sydney is the perfect place to kickstart your professional career.

We are a professional Chartered Accounting firm located in the heart of the Sydney CBD, with a leading National network of independent firms, working together to enable growth and ambition for our clients and our people.

When you join Pitcher Partners, you’re joining a team with heart. We support each other. We learn together. We’re deliberate about fostering relationships that nourish and empower every individual and we’re excited by what’s possible. We know some of the best new ideas come in the form of curious, talented people we haven’t met yet. Perhaps you’re one of them.

Honouring a Legacy

This program proudly acknowledges the amazing legacy of leadership and mentorship within our firm. This Pathway to Practice Scholarship is being awarded in recognition of Scott Whiddett, who has a passion for continual learning and mentorship of junior accountants to achieve their career goals.

Ready to start your journey?

Apply now and take the first step toward a career that’s personal, purposeful, and full of possibility.

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