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# Private Enterprise Graduate - Tauranga - ASAP or February 2027 Start at KPMG New Zealand

- **Company:** KPMG New Zealand
- **Location:** Tauranga, New Zealand
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-08
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz/b6259d91-c33f-4e69-9d1c-766c5e1470f8

## Job description

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

Our Opportunity | Ngā Āheinga: Join KPMG's Private Enterprise team and support privately owned businesses and individuals in achieving their goals. Make a meaningful impact by providing practical solutions for clients throughout their unique journeys, from startup to growth, international expansion, consolidation, or rationalisation. Collaborate with a national network of clients from various industries, ranging from retail and kiwifruit to software and government departments. Leverage your accounting, tax, and advisory skills to deliver value-added solutions for compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic planning. As a Private Enterprise Graduate, you'll enjoy diverse work opportunities that align with your studies and entrepreneurial spirit, fueling the prosperity of New Zealand's small to medium businesses.

Your Day-to-Day | Ngā mahi o ia rā:

- Financial Preparation: Accurately prepare tax returns, GST/FBT returns, and respond to IRD queries. Reconcile ledgers, analyse financial data, and prepare statements.
- Management Accounting: Assist with income projections and research for business investment decisions.
- Support and Secondment: Aid senior staff on larger assignments and manage non-company entities like trusts and partnerships.
- Client Management: Respond to client queries effectively, identify value-added opportunities, and maintain client relationships.
- Business Development: Develop and maintain client relationships, stay updated on business trends, and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Learning and Development: Enhance skills in accounting software, contribute to proposal development, and adapt to changes in the business environment.

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

Us - What we will provide for you | Ō mātou tā koha ki a koe

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

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

We’re inviting future leaders like you to step forward, back yourself, and Grow with KPMG. Apply today!

## About KPMG New Zealand

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: KPMG New Zealand is a professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services to private businesses, public sector organisations, and not-for-profits across New Zealand.
- **Entity Type**: Private (global partnership; member firm of KPMG International)
- **Headquarters**: Auckland, New Zealand
- **Founded**: Year not publicly available (KPMG global network founded 1987; New Zealand practice has operated for decades)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (partnership structure)

## Core Business
- Primary industries: Audit & Assurance, Tax, Advisory (including Deal Advisory, Risk Consulting, and Private Enterprise)
- Target customers: B2B, enterprise, government/public sector, SMEs, family-owned businesses, and not-for-profits
- Mission: "Fuelling prosperity of New Zealand – for the benefit of all New Zealanders" [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)

## Products & Services
- **Audit & Assurance**: Independent financial statement audits and assurance services for listed companies, public sector entities, and private businesses.
- **Tax**: Compliance, planning, and advisory services including transfer pricing, international tax, and GST. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)
- **Advisory**: Strategy, risk, deal advisory (M&A, transaction services), infrastructure economics, and digital consulting.
- **Private Enterprise – DDX**: Dedicated team for SMEs and family-owned businesses, offering digital-driven accounting and advisory solutions.
- **Government & Public Sector**: Specialised consulting for public sector transformation and service delivery.
- **Sector-specific practices**: Banking & Finance, Agribusiness, Healthcare & Human Services, Building & Construction, Telecommunications, and ESG/Sustainability. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private partnership)
- **Key Metric**: Headcount of 1,036 employees (as of 2026), with a -5.1% year-over-year change [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/kpmg-new-zealand)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Part of the global KPMG network operating in 138 countries with over 276,000 partners and employees worldwide [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
- **Growth Signals**: Despite slight headcount decline, continues to hire across multiple offices (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Tauranga, Hamilton). Active in high-demand areas: AI, ESG, financial services, and government advisory. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global network, local ownership**: New Zealand-owned firm with access to KPMG’s global expertise and resources.
- **Sector depth**: Dedicated industry teams (agribusiness, healthcare, construction, etc.) tailored to New Zealand’s economy.
- **Multi-disciplinary approach**: Seamless integration of audit, tax, and advisory to solve complex client challenges.
- **Strong public sector presence**: Works with a significant number of New Zealand’s top 100 organisations and government agencies. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)

## Strategic Focus
- **Artificial Intelligence**: Helping clients adopt and govern AI responsibly.
- **ESG & Sustainability**: Advising on climate, social, and governance strategies.
- **Government & Public Sector**: Improving public service delivery and efficiency.
- **Financial Services**: Navigating regulatory and digital transformation in banking and finance.
- **Agribusiness**: Supporting New Zealand’s food and fibre sector through global market shifts. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Emphasises “fuelling prosperity” for New Zealand, with a commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)
- **Career Development**: Structured graduate and internship programmes, plus pathways for experienced professionals. Promotes long-term growth and constant challenge.
- **Work Environment**: Offices across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Ashburton, and Timaru. Hybrid/office policy not explicitly stated, but multiple physical locations suggest flexibility.
- **Notable Perks**: People Promise includes enabling success through development, rewards, and community. Alumni network for former employees. [kpmg.com/nz](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
- **Current Openings**: Roles in audit, tax, advisory, risk, and deal advisory at various levels (associate to director). [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz)

## Sources
1. [kpmg.com/nz – About us](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/about.html)
2. [kpmg.com/nz – Careers](https://kpmg.com/nz/en/careers.html)
3. [kpmg.com/nz – Homepage & Services](https://kpmg.com/nz/en.html)
4. [linkedin.com – KPMG New Zealand](https://linkedin.com/company/kpmg-new-zealand)
5. [jobs.lever.co – KPMG NZ job listings](https://jobs.lever.co/kpmgnz)

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