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About the Role

KPMG is seeking a Tax Intern to join their State & Local Tax practice. This role offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic team at a top tax firm, working with specialists and cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. You will develop your career through multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring in a collaborative, future-forward culture.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver 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 calculate pre-transaction 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 enrolled in an accredited law school and pursuing a JD or equivalent program.
Upon completion of this internship, candidates must have additional academic credits to complete before obtaining their degree and/or CPA eligibility requirements.
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred.
Strong 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 and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation.
Ability to travel 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.
Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
Candidates are limited to a maximum of two active applications.
Consideration will be given to qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.

Skills

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

Location

Los Angeles County

Work Type

Internship
On-site
Hybrid

Experience Level

Early Career

Education Level

JD or equivalent program
Bachelor's degree
Graduate degree

Salary/Compensations

Salary ranges displayed are for potential hires who will work in the specified locations.
Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.

Benefits

Comprehensive, competitive benefits package.
Options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle.
Medical plans
Dental plans
Vision coverage
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) plans
Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.
Personal Time Off per fiscal year.
Observed holidays.
Year-end break.
July 4th holiday break.

About the Company

KPMG is a top tax firm in the world.
KPMG offers a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers success.
Work with KPMG's extensive network of specialists and enjoy access to 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.
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

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.