Vancouver Office- US Corporate Tax Staff Accountant

KPMG LLP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Vancouver is seeking a Tax Consultant to assist clients with U.S. tax compliance and return preparation. You will work alongside experienced tax professionals, gaining valuable mentoring and career growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will be in the process of obtaining a US CPA designation and possess strong communication and leadership skills. The expected annual salary for this position is $53,000, with potential bonuses.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• In process of obtaining or plans to obtain a US CPA designation or US Masters of Tax.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing working paper files and income tax returns for corporate clients.
• Maintaining client files for accurate and timely completion.
• Preparing or reviewing US corporate and partnership tax returns.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time-management

Client service

Education

US CPA designation

US Masters of Tax

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. Our U.S. Corporate Tax practice assists organizations in deciding which U.S. corporate structure will be the most effective from a tax perspective – subsidiary, branch, or joint-venture partnership; assists clients in choosing effective methods of capitalization and financing that are efficient; and assists clients with the U.S. tax compliance requirements. You will work with the largest group of U.S. Tax professionals outside of the United States, learning from and assisting Senior Accountants, Tax Specialists, Managers and Partners, in selecting the type of subsidiary capitalization that is most beneficial to our clients. You will be responsible for a variety of technical and support functions, including working with management and provide compliance related tax services to our diverse clients and assist in the preparation of corporate U.S. tax-return filings.

What you will do

• Preparing working paper files and income tax returns for corporate clients.
• Maintaining client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of return and schedules.
• Ensuring follow-up on notices of assessments.
• Participate in a broad range of complex and challenging US tax work, requiring significant analysis, assessment, and quantification.
• Preparing or reviewing US corporate and partnership tax returns for multinational clients, US tax provisions for public and private companies.
• Providing support to Managers and Partners on tax planning and advisory engagements.
• Work closely with leading tax practitioners in their field and have excellent career growth prospects and mentoring opportunities.

What you bring to the role

• Is in process of obtaining, or plans to obtain, a US CPA designation, Enrolled Agent or US Masters of Tax.
• 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.
• Willingly takes on and learns new skills by researching a wide variety of tax issues.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients\' business and maintain strong client relationships.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information

The expected annual base salary for this position is $53,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

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.