Mission
To create opportunities throughout Australia and Asia for our clients and our people.
SW is an Australian owned accounting and advisory firm that understands relationships make all the difference in delivering great outcomes. Operating as one National firm across Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney with 39 Partners and 300 staff - SW are ranked the 22nd largest firm by revenue in the 2021 AFR Top 100 Accounting Firms and of all national practices in Australia, SW rank 10th. With real relationships and connectivity across an international network SW provide clients with integrated global services. With international headquarters in Hong Kong, SW International member firms provide assurance, business advisory, corporate finance and tax consulting services.
Highlights
Early career talent
Headcount growth
Entry level hires
Funding / Market cap.
Latest funding round
*LinkedIn data updated
4/4/24
Team insights
Life at Hatch
SW accountants are committed to continuous growth and improvement. They strive to build lasting relationships for their clients and people to achieve shared success, and to do this, have a focus on growth, collaboration, helping others, solving problems and supporting opportunities.
Awarded gold in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) 2024 LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards.
Their tailored learning framework BOLD (Building Our Leadership and Development) framework clarifies behaviour and capability expectations of their employees at every level. Their programs are purpose built and tailored to our people, their profession and their personal interests.
Our Story
The Hatch story started when good friends Adam Jacobs (Ex THE ICONIC Founder) and Chaz Heitner (Ex Zip Co-founder) came together to build something they were deeply passionate about.
Both founders believe that traditional hiring processes are broken and limit people from finding work that’s a good fit for them. Since founding the company, Adam and Chaz have built a team that shares their mission and are both confident they will continue to build an impactful global company for many years to come.
Great for Graduates and Interns
Interns and graduates
When to apply
Job families
Programmes available
What you need to know
Graduate Program - As a graduate at SW, you create your own pathway, putting you in the driver's seat of your career. At SW you'll enjoy a whole new world of thinking, culture and experiences, and to help support you in being your best self at work, our experienced teams will be there to support and guide you along the way. If you're looking to work one-on-one with some of the best in the business and assist clients across a range of markets and industries, our Graduate program is for you. Kick-start your career and be part of our Assurance & Advisory, Business & Private Client Advisory, Corporate Finance or Team teams in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth. We also have amazing secondment opportunities interstate and overseas.
Vacationer Program - The SW Accountants & Advisors (SW) Summer Vacation Program is an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in a 6 week paid internship, open to students in their second last year of university. Want to take the lead and get a head start in your career? As a summer vacationer, you will experience what it's like to be a part of the SW culture from day one - a culture that supports people to have a go and make a difference. Our Summer Vacation Program runs for 6 weeks and offers students the opportunity to work one-on-one with some of the best in the business. SW are really proud of how many Summer Vacationers have joined our Graduate program and have long lasting careers at SW.
Career progression
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Perks and Benefits
Great for Graduates and Interns
This Hotlist employer has great opportunities for graduates and interns. Here’s your snapshot of programs, when to apply, perks and more.
Job Families
Interns and graduates
Currently at the company
When to apply
August -> October + March -> April
Programs available
What you need to know
SW accountants are committed to continuous growth and improvement. They strive to build lasting relationships for their clients and people to achieve shared success, and to do this, have a focus on growth, collaboration, helping others, solving problems and supporting opportunities.
Their tailored learning framework BOLD (Building Our Leadership and Development) framework clarifies behaviour and capability expectations of their employees at every level. Their programs are purpose built and tailored to our people, their profession and their personal interests.
Hatch's hot take
Behind the scenes
Want to join the team? This is what you're in for…
Health + Wellbeing
As a firm they have a strong focus on mental health, ensuring that they provide resources for their people so that they feel supported and heard. They also participate in numerous mental health related initiatives, such as R U OK? Day, Liptember & Movember and staff events for National Mental Health Month.
Culture + Vibe
They love to get their social on, and celebrate the big and the small moments that matter. Each office has its own unique identity and ways of engaging whether it be a themed end of month drinks, breakfast club or specific divisional get-together that celebrate the end of the busy season or a new client win.
Values- Own it - We help our clients by showing spirit, giving our opinion, and being accountable for delivering what we say we will do. We work with clients that believe in themselves and that are prepared to have a go and speak their truth.- Share the Load - We work together as a team to solve problems and provide great client support. We work with clients that see us as part of their team; building relationships and creating opportunities. We take away the stresses and complexities that you face. We can act as a second set of eyes to your key strategic priorities as a trusted partner.- Open Doors - We make and take opportunities for our clients to grow. We have a diverse, flexible and approachable style that fosters innovation. Through our international network, our teams assist clients in opening doors to new frontiers. We think outside the box to make opportunities real. We work with diverse clients and embrace difference across the globe.- Embrace the Ride - If you're going to look at expanding, growing or diversifying, then our team understands there will be challenges. Along your journey there will also be successes and we will be there to celebrate with you. We see our relationship as a long term investment that will create opportunities for future growth and success.- Love your Work - Our clients are at the heart of all we do. Relationships make all the difference. Our teams thrive on being able to help a client achieve their best. We love what we do, that's why we look to take the lead and deliver results.- Value Awards - Each quarter our people can nominate their peers as a Value Leader for exemplifying the firm values in their interactions with each other and clients.Perks & Benefits- Flexible Work - We provide maximum flexibility to ensure our people can create a life that balances the art of work and play, and above all else, prioritises mental health and contentment.- Matched time - Sometimes clients and deadlines require employees to work additional hours, however we recognise these efforts by giving this time back in Annual Leave!- SW Day - 2 additional paid leave days per financial year known as SW Days.- Home Office - Set yourself up for success with up to $1,000 to spend at JB Hi-Fi to set up your home office.- Peak Period Leave (Assurance & Advisory Employees) - Accrue 3 days additional leave per peak period for External Audit when you achieve your productivity target.- Social Club - An employee led committee that organise a range of events to fill up your social calendar. From social drinks and trivia to the SW Annual Ball!- Communities Opportunities Together - Co2 - Another one of our employee led committees that raise awareness and support for targeted charities that we partner with.- Building Our Leadership & Development program - Building Our Leadership and Development is our custom built Learning and Development Program tailored for our people.- Paid parental leave - 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers, and 2 weeks for non-primary caregivers.- Paid course study and leave - For approved relevant qualifications, we will help pay part of the costs and provide paid time off to study.- Volunteer leave - Get paid to make a difference and volunteer at a charity of your choice!- Professional memberships - One paid membership per financial year so you can stay up to date on the latest developments in your profession.- Refer to client bonus - To reward our people for paving the way for creating new opportunities.- Employee Assistance Program - Confidence counselling and support service for our people and their immediate family, free of charge.- Refer a friend bonus - If you refer one of your quality friends, you can receive as much as $5,000 if they land the role.- Travel opportunities - For those CA qualified and with relevant working experience, you have the opportunity to apply for our international secondment program- Wellness perks - To support your overall wellbeing in both your work and home life - this includes things like skin checks, flu vaccinations, end of trip facilities, fresh fruit, a physical wellbeing subsidy and a dedicated Wellness Program.