Tax Graduate - Auckland - February 2026 Start
Auckland
Graduate – Tax /
Graduate /
Hybrid
"Tītokona tō tātou tōnuitanga, mō Aotearoa, mō Tātou. Fuelling prosperity for New Zealand, for all New Zealanders"
Our Opportunity | Ngā Āheinga:
Tax at KPMG offers services to companies in response to the impact of existing and emerging technology, including providing valuable insights and overall governance to our clients, as well as assisting them in driving efficiencies within their tax function. Our advanced in-house tools and solutions have enabled us to win key outsourcing engagements with some of New Zealand’s leading financial institutions. And our extensive client base includes a number of prominent high net worth individuals and well-known brand names throughout New Zealand and internationally.
Tax work is challenging and intellectually stimulating and tax advice is most needed when businesses are doing new and exciting things like going offshore, r expanding or changing the way they run their business. That means you’re involved at crucial times with clients, and being part of the Tax team, you could be involved in a range of activities ensuring our clients meet their tax obligations.
Your Day-to-Day | Ngā mahi o ia rā:
- Apply knowledge of legislation, case law, and Inland Revenue rulings in tax-related work.
- Demonstrate familiarity with tax lodgement programmes and payment requirements.
- Understand financial statements and their relevance to the tax function.
- Use compliance procedures to identify tax planning issues effectively.
- Continuously adapt and learn to address knowledge gaps and keep up with business and economic environments.
- Deliver quality client service, assist with problem-solving, and identify value-added opportunities while maintaining confidentiality.
You - What you bring to our team | Ōu tā koha ki te whānau
- A collaborative approach with colleagues
- A pragmatic approach to problem-solving
- The ability to develop a trusted and respected working relationship with clients
- Inspire and motivate team members to reach their highest levels of performance
- Cultivate a dynamic and creative environment that breeds innovation
- Embrace and embrace change, constantly seeking opportunities for growth and improvement
- Drive excellence by setting high standards for quality
- Master the art of effective communication, captivating and engaging others with your words.
- Are working towards a Degree majoring in Commerce, Accounting, Economics or Law, or another major, with preference to those with pre-requisites for a Chartered Accountancy qualification or Law Professional studies (preferred but not essential).
Us - What we will provide for you | Ō mātou tā koha ki a koe
- An entry level position within our Tax Auckland team, starting alongside our National Graduate cohort.
- A Graduate package, inclusive of a sign on bonus and access to all KPMG benefits and initiatives.
- An induction week inclusive of Graduate Camp, building cultural competency through team based activities and volunteering.
- A Graduate Development programme, Boost!, to support you in your first year as a graduate.
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Life at KPMG
KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent.
For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on 04 816 4660 or email KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz
We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a holistic range of benefits to support your life balance, whatever your circumstance. We want you to do Work That Matters, Thrive and Grow and know that you Belong here with us, at KPMG.
As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:
— Access to the firm's annual incentive scheme
— Opportunities for local and international secondments
— Hybrid working across a mix of office, client and home hubs to recognise that people have individual circumstances and preferences when it comes to where and how they work
— The ability to work from overseas and extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand
— Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave
— Gender-neutral support for all stages of the parental journey, including access to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all new parents
— A paid professional association membership of your choice
— Digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees
— A wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, banking services, and lifestyle goods and services
— The support, allyship and opportunity to join our many Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Affinity networks, including the Kiwa, Pride, Ethnicity, Accessibility and Wahine groups
— The opportunity to participate in Green Team activities, as we work toward reducing the firm’s environmental footprint and become carbon zero by 2030
— An invitation to join your local Social club and enjoy events aimed at bringing people together for social, sporting, cultural, family and fundraising activities
— Paid time off for volunteering and involvement in citizenship activities
— An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, subsidised sporting events, free confidential counselling services, additional 5 days of Wellbeing leave to support you and your family's overall health and wellness, access to our Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more!
We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website.
