Specialist, Private Enterprise Tax

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Vernon; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Job summary

KPMG in Canada is seeking a Specialist in Private Enterprise Tax to handle planning and compliance for diverse clients. You will research tax issues, prepare corporate, partnership, trust and personal returns, and draft technical memos and client communications for review by senior staff.

The role requires CPA, CFE, and enrollment in In-Depth Tax, with strong communication, leadership, and time-management skills. A base salary is offered with a Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or similar field.
• CPA designation and CFE completion.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze a wide variety of tax issues, incl. domestic and international investments.
• Prepare corporate, partnership, trust and personal tax returns.
• Draft memos, letters to counsel, and client reporting letters for senior review.
• Prepare income tax models and review returns and tax provisions.
• Interact with clients and team members; assist senior staff on tax initiatives.

Skills

3+ years experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Multi-priority handling

Tax planning

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

CPA designation

In-Depth Tax program enrollment

Job description

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

As part of the Private Enterprise Tax practice, the Specialist will excel in servicing the planning and compliance needs of our clients. This position provides the opportunity to participate in a broad range of tax-related work requiring qualitative and quantitative analysis and assessment. Periodic special projects and research will challenge you and allow you to grow, develop, and thrive as a tax professional.

What You Will Do

• Research and analysis of a wide variety of tax issues, including assistance with structuring of domestic and international investments.
• Preparation of corporate, partnership, trust and personal tax returns.
• Preparation of draft technical memos to file, instruction letters to legal counsel and client reporting letter to be reviewed by senior staff members.
• Preparation of income tax models.
• Reviewing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Reviewing tax provisions for our larger audit and non-audit clients.
• Interacting with clients and other team members.
• Assisting senior staff members in all aspects of corporate tax initiatives.

What You Bring To The Role

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or a similar field
• Successfully passed the CFE, and has obtained a CPA designation.
• Currently enrolled or willing to enroll in the In-Depth Tax program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills.
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Is keen to assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies for various clients.
• Willinglytakesonandlearnsnewskillsby researchingawidevarietyoftax issues.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitudetounderstandtheclients businessandmaintainstrong client relationships.

KPMG BCRegion Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $56,000 to $93,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use those tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology‑first, people‑driven firm.