Hybrid Audit & Assurance Intern

at KPMG New Zealand

• Job title: Audit & Assurance Intern
• Job type: Internship
• Experience level: Entry level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Christchurch, New Zealand

About the role

• Audit Intern role supporting statutory audits and assurance engagements for various clients in New Zealand's financial sector. Collaborating with experts and building professional networks from day one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete a range of audit assignments, including statutory audits, assurance engagements, investigation and acquisition reports, limited reviews, proposals, and special reports.
• Summarize the approach, work undertaken, and conclusions of audit sections.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of client processes and controls.
• Contribute to determining audit objectives and ensuring compliance with auditing standards and software.
• Actively engage with clients, responding to queries, formulating solutions, and identifying value-added opportunities.
• Continuously develop client relationships, build networks, and assist with audit proposals for non-audit clients.
• Complete training, stay updated on business trends, and address knowledge gaps through continuous learning and development.

Requirements

• Are working towards a Degree majoring in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related major - CA‑related pre-requisites are beneficial.
• Bring a collaborative approach, working effectively with colleagues across the team.
• Apply a pragmatic, solutions‑focused mindset to problem‑solving.
• Build trusted and respected working relationships with clients through professionalism and credibility.
• Help cultivate a dynamic, creative, and innovative team environment.
• Embrace change and continuously seek opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Drive excellence by upholding high standards of quality in your work.
• Communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact, engaging and influencing others effectively.

Benefits

• Kick‑start your career with access to our Intern Academy, a structured development programme designed to build core professional skills and accelerate your growth.
• Learn from industry experts through tailored workshops, mentoring, and hands‑on client experience from day one.
• Connect with interns across the country and build a network that will support you throughout your career.
• Gain exposure to real projects that make a genuine impact for our clients, communities, and Aotearoa.
• Be supported every step of the way with a collaborative culture where your ideas are welcomed, and your development is prioritised.
• Start strong, learn fast, and take the first step toward a future with endless possibilities at KPMG.