Daimler Truck AuP is looking for a passionate and innovative university graduate to join our team as our 2027 Finance Graduate. Our 2-year Graduate Program will expose you to real jobs, real experiences and on the job learning which will allow you to start your career with confidence, coaching and a platform to demonstrate your academic learnings while building on your business skills. This opportunity to learn and work alongside our experienced team of Finance professionals is suitable for a student who has recently graduated or will graduate this year. This program is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience you need to accelerate you in your early career and gain valuable exposure to our brand and corporate values. It will be an amazing opportunity to contribute to our purpose, For All Who Keep The World Moving.
Who we are:
The Daimler Truck umbrella encompasses two strong truck brands, Mercedes Benz Truck and Freightliner, offering pioneering technologies across our commercial vehicle range for varied applications all over the world and particularly for challenging Australian conditions. As the world’s leading truck manufacturer and a pioneer of automotive and transport solutions, we continue to shape the future of mobility today and we will continue to focus on innovative and green technologies, as well as safe and superior truck offerings that appeal to our customers. Daimler Truck consistently focuses on three strategic fields of action: technology leadership, global presence, and intelligent platforms.
We are leaders in innovation, efficiency, fuel economy, safety, performance and connectivity and we will continue to invest in and develop these pillars to better service and support our partners, dealers and customers in achieving their own ambitious goals and objectives.
Our Graduate Program:
Our Graduate program is a 2-year program with experiences across three Finance related departments: Accounting, Controlling (Management Accounting) and Tax. There will be additional opportunities for exposure to Data and Business Intelligence, continuous improvement functions as well as working towards business partnering, reporting and presenting financial insights to senior finance leaders. This hands-on role will give you experience in financial analysis, report building and analysis, planning and compliance, while sharpening your technical finance skills and supporting the development of your soft skills. Additionally, you will have the exciting opportunity be involved in how we modernize and enhance the way we work by leveraging automation and data analytics, and adopting emerging technologies.
As a global company, we take pride in ensuring that all employees are provided with support and mentoring throughout their career with us. Our graduate will be provided with mentoring sessions from our internal management team as well as support from our Human Resources team. Additionally, we have tailored as well as opt-in learning and development offerings to ensure that our Graduates are driving their own development.
This role will give you the chance to be involved in meaningful work where you make a real impact on both your career and our business. You will build your skill set as well as your network with access to a supportive team, engaged managers and cohort of student interns across other departments.
About you:
A recent or 2026 graduate with a degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or similar, you will have exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, a strong attention to detail, and a deep curiosity and interest in developing and learning. Previous experience in Finance related internships will be highly valued. You will have excellent communication skills, a strong team orientation and a desire to make a meaningful impact.
Your interest in working with large datasets, using key business data to improve business outcomes is essential for success in this environment.
Above all, as you will be working in a small team, you will have a collaborative approach and have a flexible and adaptable attitude to the changing needs of the department.
You will also have a strong desire to pursue a CA or CPA qualification in the future, and be proficient in Excel with a desire to upskill in this area also.
How to apply:
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply by submitting your cover letter, resume and academic transcript via this ad. Applications close Sunday 23rd August.
At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we believe our people make the difference. We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and are committed to inspiring an innovative and collaborative working culture. By joining our team, you will access generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing, on-site parking, employee assistance programs and much more. We understand everyone benefits from work differently, therefore our approach to learning is open and individually adaptable. Career pathways are supported through a network of learning and development programs, like our Women in Leadership Program and Mentoring Program, allowing everyone to grow at their own pace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We openly celebrate Diversity Day, International Women’s and Men’s Days and host guest speakers to foster a collaborative culture. Our team’s contributions are actively recognized through Employee Recognition and Reward programs. This celebrates our dynamic working culture and one where our people can be themselves.
This is a local, contract role. You must have a valid working visa for Australia / New Zealand for the entire length of the contract, to be able to apply for this position.