Graduate Tax Analyst (Feb 2026)

Recent or soon-to-be graduate with a passion for numbers, problem-solving and understanding how global businesses operate? We’re looking for a motivated Graduate Tax Analyst to join our dynamic and supportive Tax team.

• Support the delivery of tax compliance solutions while being mentored by experienced professionals who are invested in your success
• Excellent career development and progression in a culture that embraces flexible work arrangements
• Due to the nature of the role, you must be an Australian Citizen and ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret AGSVA security clearance

84% of our team feel Leidos is a great place to work. Learn more about our culture and benefits by visiting our page.

Do Work That Matters

Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life.  Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, are working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.

Your New Role and Responsibilities 

An average week for a Graduate Tax Analyst could incorporate a wide range of activities, including supporting or preparing:

• Activity Statements
• Country-by-Country Reporting
• Financial statement preparation and audit support
• Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns
• Income tax return lodgements
• Internal tax advisory and cross-team collaboration
• Liaising with the ATO and assisting with audits
• Pillar Two compliance and lodgements
• Research & Development (R&D) Tax Incentive documentation
• Tax accounting and reconciliations
• Tax governance and compliance initiatives
• U.S. tax reporting and international tax exposure

The Graduate Tax Analyst will report to the Australian Tax Manager and will be supported to develop their skills and knowledge specific to this role, to ensure they are able to contribute and reach their highest potential. As a Leidos graduate, you will be working on interesting and challenging projects and will take part in a range of training and development opportunities.

Gain exposure across multiple areas of tax and accounting — setting you up for CA, CPA or postgraduate study pathways. Build a global business perspective by learning how tax operates within a multinational business environment.

What You’ll Bring to Make An Impact 

Due to the nature of the role, you must be an Australian Citizen and ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret AGSVA security clearance

This role is ideal for someone who is completing or has recently completed a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in a related discipline:

• Bachelor of Accounting
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Finance 

Along with your education and any practical experience, Leidos values individuals who use their initiative and seek to understand the business and develop relationships based on respect.

Don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes – if you meet most of them, we encourage you to submit your application.  We’re most interested in your strengths, what you want to learn and how far you want to go.

This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and be willing to obtain and hold a TSPV security clearance. 

Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose

Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought, experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. It's about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work, feels welcome, valued, and respected, and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase – Chief Executive, Leidos Australia.

Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network, Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride+) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests, and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.

Next Steps

• To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
• Recruitment process – application screening, interview, and background checks.
• Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
• We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you’d like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.