About Hilton Hotels
Our team members are changing the world one stay at a time. They’re engaged and recognised in many ways for showcasing their talents. Join the most well-known Hotel brand in the World and you’ll have more than just a job. You’ll have a challenging and rewarding career in the hospitality industry.
About the role
In your new role as Finance Graduate Trainee, you will have the opportunity to fast-track your career to a Finance Leadership role within two years. Your leadership skills will be developed through formal training, productive ‘on the job’ learning, and the benefit and support of a dedicated Senior Management mentor. You will also gain a sound understanding of all hotel operations through an effective cross-training program and have access to further your Accounting education as funded by the program.
At the end of the two-year program you will graduate into a full-time Senior Finance role based on your performance throughout the program, at a location within APAC, as determined by business needs (preferences for final location are taken into account).
Placement locations
Initially the successful candidate will be placed in Australasia’s centralised finance team in Sydney, for up to 9 months. On successful completion, the successful candidate will have the option to get further exposure of finance business partnering opportunities based in a hotel in Sydney or further abroad (depending on mobility preferences).
Recruitment Process
1. November – Applications close 30th November 2026
2. December – Online video screening and 1st interviews held for shortlisted candidates
3. January – 2nd interviews held for final shortlisted candidates
4. February – Contracts offered and negotiated
5. February – First placement begins 22nd February 2027
QualificationsSkills/experience
- Hospitality experience
- You are a driven and committed individual with a desire to become a finance leader within the hospitality industry.
- You graduated, or intend to graduate, between 2024 - 2026 with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, Hospitality Management
- Commitment to CPA Australia qualifications and development opportunities
- Demonstrated ability to work with people at all levels of seniority
- An enthusiastic team player with an eye for detail
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Computer literate
Culture and benefits
Around the world, Hilton Team Members are united by our Values and culture, which guide how we work together and deliver on our Brand Promise to ensure every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. As a Finance Graduate Trainee and Hilton Team Member, you can expect to receive:
- Fully supported CPA or CIMA study program – including all fees and study leave
- Attractive remuneration package with generous milestone incentives and leave benefits
- Guest attendance at Asia Pacific Director of Finance meetings
- Participation in Hilton Management benefits
- Supported senior finance opportunities upon successful Program completion
- Team member only discount global Hilton room rates
- Membership with local Hilton benefits programs
- Discounts of up to 50% on products and services in participating Hilton outlets
- Access to Hilton University training, offering more than 2500 learning programs
- Career development planning and opportunities
NB: The application closing date will be 30th November 2026
Skills Required
- Hospitality experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Commerce, or Hospitality Management
- Graduated or intending to graduate between 2024 and 2026
- Commitment to CPA Australia qualifications and development opportunities
- Ability to work effectively with people at all levels of seniority
- Strong teamwork and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literacy
Hilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Go Hilton provides heavily discounted hotel stays for team members and extends access to family and friends, with up to 110 discounted nights and rates as low as $40 in some cases. Additional wellbeing resources include an Employee Assistance Program, mental-health support, caregiving resources, and programs like Thrive and sabbaticals.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is offered with a company match of 100% on the first 3% of eligible pay plus 50% on the next 2%. This structure provides meaningful employer support for long‑term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — New parents receive 4 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with birthing parents receiving an additional 8 weeks for a total of 12 weeks. Support extends to adoption assistance up to $10,000 per eligible child and resources for caregiving.
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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,300 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for six consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 165 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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