At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients with tax compliance, research legislation, and analyse international tax rules.
- Company: Join KPMG, a global leader in audit, tax, and advisory services.
- Benefits: Gain real client experience, coaching, and access to employee discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic graduate program with opportunities for networking and community involvement.
- Why this job: Make an impact from day one while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Final year students or recent graduates in relevant fields like Accounting or Finance.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Help organisations make confident, ethical and commercially sound decisions. Our Tax teams work across corporate tax, international tax, transactions, transfer pricing, dispute resolution, employment taxes, indirect taxes and more, supporting clients as they navigate complex legislation, global trade, commercial change and regulatory expectations. You may research cross-border tax issues, analyse business operations, contribute to compliance and reporting, or help develop recommendations that guide major decisions. If you enjoy structured thinking, problem-solving, global commercial trends and working closely with clients, this pathway could be a great fit.
About rolling intake: We run two rounds of recruitment: main intake (now closed) and rolling intake. We aim to fill as many of our roles as possible through the main intake but, of course, things change and new roles come up. Applying to the rolling intake means your application will be reviewed as a suitable role comes up (and it does happen!).
This pathway would suit graduates from:
- Accounting
- Commerce or Business
- E Economics
- Law
- Finance
- Data or technology-related disciplines (e.g., Data Engineering) with an interest in tax analytics or compliance
The Work Depending on your team, your work could include:
- Researching and interpreting tax legislation
- Analysing international tax rules and cross-border implications
- Supporting tax compliance, advisory or reporting activities
- Assisting with due diligence for transactions
- Identifying risks and opportunities in tax processes and controls
- Helping prepare advice, recommendations and insights for clients
Many graduates join our 18-month Tax Rotation Program, spending six months in three different tax teams. This gives you broad exposure, deeper capability and the chance to discover which specialism fits you best.
Location of this job: Nominate your preferred KPMG office location during the application process.
About the Graduate Program: For students in their final year of study in 2026 or recently graduated and not yet in professional work. A one-year grow pathway with targeted coaching, support and development as you begin your career. Real client work from the start, so you can make an impact and learn straightaway. Start work in February 2027 (some teams may start slightly earlier or later) in a full-time, ongoing graduate role.
What our grads say:
- From day one I've been involved in real client work alongside a wonderful and friendly team who are more than happy to share their knowledge base and expertise with me. (Emily, 2024 graduate)
- What I've found here is not just a career path but a place that aligns with my values and passion - something I might have missed if I hadn't taken a chance on something new. (Arkie, 2024 vacationer and 2025 graduate)
- One of the best parts of my journey has been the incredible graduate cohort I'm part of. We share tips, help each other with work-related questions, and celebrate each other's wins. (Victoria, 2024 graduate)
Big things on offer:
- Coaching and feedback from day one: Your performance development manager and broader team will help you build your skills with ongoing support.
- Build your professional skills: You've got the degree now learn how to apply it in real-world situations with clients and teams.
- Wellbeing, diversity and community: We track our progress across 21 public commitments in our Impact Plan, including gender equity, Indigenous inclusion, mental health and learning.
- Employee discounts: Access hundreds of deals (JB Hi-Fi, Woolworths, Airbnb and more) through our SmartSpend app.
- Clubs, networks and connection: Join communities for running, books, cooking, badminton, card games and more - or start your own.
Need an adjustment? Let us know! We celebrate difference and want you included.
About KPMG: We're the Australian arm of a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax and advisory services to organisations across private, government and not-for-profit sectors. We help clients navigate complexity, make confident decisions and create positive impact.
Tax Graduate Program in Melbourne employer: HTU
NAB is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its graduates through a comprehensive Digital, Data & AI program. With a strong focus on mentorship, hands-on experience, and cross-functional exposure in vibrant cities like Melbourne and Sydney, employees are empowered to build a rewarding career in a supportive and innovative work culture. The structured training and real project involvement ensure that graduates not only contribute meaningfully but also thrive in their professional journey.
