Audit & Assurance Graduate - Tauranga - February 2026 Start

"Tītokona tō tātou tōnuitanga, mō Aotearoa, mō Tātou. Fuelling prosperity for New Zealand, for all New Zealanders"

Our Opportunity | Ngā Āheinga:

Come join us as an Auditor and be a part of something amazing! You'll work with a diverse range of clients to make sure their financial statements are accurate and fair. Get insider knowledge about renowned companies and provide top-notch solutions and expertise. Help businesses succeed from the inside out. Apply now and grab this exciting opportunity as an Auditor!

Your Day-to-Day | Ngā mahi o ia rā:

- Conduct a wide range of audit assignments, such as statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigations, and special reports.

- Summarize the approach, work undertaken, and conclusions of each audit assignment, including statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigations, and special reports.

- Evaluate the effectiveness of client processes and controls to ensure compliance with legal requirements and identify areas for improvement.

- Contribute to the determination of audit objectives and proactively identify business and audit risks, including those related to statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigations, and special reports.

- Conduct thorough research, review relevant information, and provide concise summaries for each audit task, including statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigations, and special reports.

• 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 Accounting or Finance, or another major, which meets the pre-requisites for a Chartered Accountancy qualification.

• An entry level position within our Audit Tauranga 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 opportunities.
• A Graduate Development programme, Boost!, to support you in your first year as a graduate.

Ready to make a difference at KPMG in 2026? Click APPLY FOR THIS JOB today!

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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.