Tax Director - US Practice

KPMG Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking a Tax Director for the US Practice to lead a growing tax team. You will manage a complex client portfolio, advise on US and UK tax matters, and drive business development within a Big Four firm.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, client management, people leadership, and strategic growth across practice areas. You will build trusted relationships with trustees and wealth managers, onboard new clients needing tailored tax advice, and oversee scoping, quotations and final

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex client portfolios and delivering high-quality tax advice.
• Strong knowledge of US tax compliance, including reviewing and signing US tax returns.
• Working knowledge of cross-border tax areas such as CFCs, PFICs, estate and gift tax.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to business development and growth of the US tax practice, including relationships with professional intermediaries.
• Lead on tax advisory projects and the tax compliance process, maintaining quality and managing risk while delivering client service.
• Manage a complex client portfolio and provide tailored advice on US and UK tax matters.
• Lead client engagement and onboarding, build long-term relationships and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coach and develop team members across technical and professional skills.
• Collaborate with specialists on estate and gift tax, inheritance tax and cross-border issues.

Skills

Client portfolio management

US tax compliance

Cross-border tax

People leadership

Communication skills

Education

EA or CPA qualification

Job description

Location: Birmingham, Bristol & Other locations

Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Reading

Capability: Tax & Law

Experience Level: Director

Type: Full Time

Business Area: Tax Managed Services

Contract type: Permanent

About the role

As a Tax Director in the US Practice, you will manage a complex client portfolio, advise clients on their tax affairs and help build a growing US tax practice within a Big Four firm.

You will combine technical leadership, client management, people leadership and business development. You will also develop trusted relationships with third parties, including trustees and wealth managers, and support the onboarding of clients who need tailored tax advice.

Roles and responsibilities

• Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the US tax practice, including relationships with professional intermediaries.
• Lead on tax advisory projects and the tax compliance process, maintain quality standards and manage risk while delivering excellent client service.
• Manage a complex client portfolio and provide clear, tailored advice on US and UK tax matters.
• Lead client engagement and onboarding, build long-term relationships and ensure internal and external deadlines are met.
• Manage, coach and develop team members across technical and professional skills.
• Delegate work effectively, review outputs and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with specialists across the firm on areas including estate and gift tax, inheritance tax and corporate tax.
• Lead scoping, quotations and final billing decisions, and support prompt payment and effective financial management.

Experience and skills needed

• Experience managing complex client portfolios and delivering high-quality tax advice.
• Strong knowledge of US tax compliance, including reviewing and signing US tax returns.
• Working knowledge of relevant tax areas, such as CFCs, PFICs, estate and gift tax, inheritance tax and cross border interactions.
• Experience leading, coaching and developing colleagues while managing team priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex matters clearly.
• Commercial judgement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to identify client needs and develop tailored solutions.

Qualifications required

• Enrolled Agent (EA) and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification essential.
• Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) and/or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification desirable.

The issues surrounding tax and legal services are constantly evolving, both locally and globally. Which is why you'll find life at KPMG both intellectually stimulating and rewarding. There's also the scale and breadth of what we do – our services span specialisms such as Corporate and Indirect Tax; Expatriate and Private Client Personal Tax compliance and advice; and KPMG Law.

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