Job Description

Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning to join our Firm Tax team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough tax research and analysis related to the preparation of individual federal and state tax returns and partnership schedule K-1s to support Partner Tax Services and Partner Tax Matters group
• Proactively monitor federal and state legislative developments; model the potential impact of proposed tax changes and identify strategic tax?saving opportunities for the firm and its partners
• Document tax research positions and collaborate with firm experts on various federal and state issues to ensure compliance with all tax regulations and deadlines
• Effectively communicate tax technical positions to members of cross?functional groups within Firm Taxes
• Respond to inquiries from tax authorities to resolve tax issues efficiently
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMGs respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of recent federal and state individual tax experience with in-depth knowledge of partnership federal and state schedule K?1s
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance is required; a masters degree in tax or accounting is preferred; enrolled agent or CPA preferred
• High net?worth individual tax experience preferred
• Proficient in tax research software such as Westlaw, Bloomberg, and CCH
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; advanced Excel skills including spreadsheets, shortcuts, formulas, sorting/filtering data, and data analysis; PowerPoint skills for charts, layouts, and analysis to support tax planning opportunities
• Detail?oriented and collaborative with a proactive approach to problem?solving
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment?based visa sponsorship now or in the future; no visa sponsorship available for this opportunity

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well?being benefits. Personal Time Off is provided per fiscal year, along with two annual breaks (one at year?end and one around July 4th).

Compensation

California Salary Range: $124,000 $259,000

Seniority Level

Mid?Senior level

Employment Type

Part?time

Job Function

General Business

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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