Shand Thompson
Shand Thomson is a Balclutha agri accounting practice working with farmers, businesses and families across the Clutha District. We help people understand their numbers, make smart decisions and grow successful businesses. We offer practical career pathways including internships for agri uni students, mentoring and our Earn While You Learn programme. The programme provides the chance to work full time, study part time and gain a recognised qualification without any student debt. If you are interested in business, problem solving and real-world impact, accounting can open doors locally and globally.
Shand Thomson is a locally owned accounting practice based in Balclutha. We work alongside farmers, business owners and families, helping them understand their numbers, manage challenges and plan for the future.
Our work is varied and people-focused. One day you might be helping a farming business plan for growth, and the next working with a local business to improve cashflow or make important decisions about investment opportunities.
We use modern technology and real-time data, but what matters most is building strong relationships and giving practical advice that makes a difference.
We are committed to supporting young people into careers in business. We offer a range of opportunities including business walkthroughs, mentoring and one-on-one career chats. The pathways offered have a proven track record with our people achieving excellent results and external recognition via national awards.
Our Earn While You Learn programme allows you to work full time while studying part time towards a business or Chartered Accountant qualification without taking on student debt. We cover your course fees and support you along the way.
Accounting is a challenging but rewarding career equipping you with skills that can take you anywhere in the world.
- Sector: Business, Finance & Administration
- Locations:
- Country: New Zealand
Opportunities
Pathway Chat
Have a relaxed, one-on-one chat with someone in a local business. Ask questions, get CV tips, talk about job expectations, and see what skills or training might help you move forward.
What is a Pathway Chat? Find out more here
Mentoring
Mentoring is when someone with experience helps guide and support you as you learn. It can be formal or casual, short-term or ongoing – it all depends on what works best for you and the business.
Business Walkthrough
Take a short visit to a workplace to see how it runs and what the job involves. A great way to get a feel for the industry before diving in.