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About the Role

KPMG is seeking a Tax Associate to join its State & Local Tax practice. This role involves working with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver transaction-related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers, advising private equity and commercial clients on transaction-related SALT matters in mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering transaction related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers
Advise private equity and commercial clients on transaction-related SALT matters as they pertain to mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Identify and estimate historical and current SALT exposures related to income tax, indirect taxes (sales/use tax, gross receipts tax, franchise tax, employment tax) and unclaimed property; identify SALT opportunities related to acquisition or disposition structuring steps
Research tax laws and form position on the application of such laws to specific facts presented during the transaction; stay current on state and local tax legislative, judicial and administrative developments
Identify and deliver/support post-transaction integration opportunities and work to develop new client relationships with newly acquired business entities
Draft due diligence reports and/or memorandums capturing areas of risk and addressing the application of law to facts
Read and draft comments on transaction related documents (e.g., purchase agreements, acquisition structure deck, 100 Day Plan, etc.) based on information obtained during tax due diligence and other transaction related services
Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI and more

Requirements

Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed a JD or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred
Strong tax research skills
Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills
Demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
Demonstrated quality service mindset, strong technical aptitude, ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI, MS Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook and apply emerging technologies to enhance tax processes and insights
Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills, feedback oriented, and resourceful in delivering high quality work
Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position
Able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
Ability to travel domestically and internationally and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity

Skills

Artificial intelligence (AI)
Alteryx
Power BI
MS Office Applications
Excel
PowerPoint
Word
Outlook
Technical
Business acumen
Critical thinking
Agility
Communication
Time management
Leadership
Tax research

Location

Reasonably commutable distance to the office

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Early Career

Education Level

JD or equivalent program from an accredited college or university

Salary/Compensations

California Salary Range: $105000 - $140000

Benefits

Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
Variety of medical and dental plans
Vision coverage
Disability and life insurance
401(k) plans
Robust suite of personal well-being benefits
Personal Time Off per fiscal year
Observed holidays
Two breaks each year (year-end and around July 4th holiday)

About the Company

KPMG is a dynamic team at one of the top tax firms in the world.
Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success.
Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists and enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions.
Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges.
Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training and informal mentoring.
At KPMG, we put our culture and values front and center.

Equal Opportunity

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.