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KPMG US

Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning

KPMG US, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning Join KPMG US as an Associate Director in Tax Research and Planning.

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients.

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 in the preparation of federal and state tax returns

Proactively monitor federal and state legislative developments; model the potential impact of proposed tax changes and identify strategic tax‑savings 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 effectively and efficiently resolve tax issues

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's 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

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance is required; master’s 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 proficiencies in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word required; Excel skills include creating spreadsheets, using shortcuts, formula functions, sorting/filtering data, and analyzing data; PowerPoint skills include creating charts, layouts and analysis to support tax planning opportunities

Detail‑oriented and collaborative‑minded professional with a proactive approach to problem‑solving

Applicants 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 (no sponsorship is available for H‑1B, L‑1, TN, O‑1, E‑3, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, CPT or any other employment‑based visa)

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday.

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.

Note: KPMG is not a sponsor for U.S. work visas.

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