Senior Associate, Tax - Accounting Methods (AMCS)

KPMG LLP; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP in Seattle seeks a BTS Senior Associate, Tax Accounting Methods to assist with method assessments, design and implementation of income/expense recognition projects. You will analyze trial balances and GL data to identify opportunities and support technical analyses.

Collaborate with engagement teams, leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency while maintaining integrity and professional standards in client service delivery.

Qualifications

• Two+ years in accounting methods or related tax roles.
• Master's degree in taxation preferred; bachelor's in accounting/finance required.
• Experience analyzing trial balances, GLs, fixed assets, inventories, and other financial data to identify tax planning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounting method assessments, design and implementation of projects involving income and expense recognition, capitalization, cost recovery, inventory, and other federal tax planning initiatives
• Analyze client trial balances, general ledger data, fixed asset records, and other financial information to identify tax accounting method opportunities and support technical tax analyses
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, including client interviews, data gathering, computations, technical analysis, and coordination of KPMG and client resources
• Research federal tax law, IRS guidance, and accounting method developments and apply findings to client-specific facts and circumstances
• Assist in drafting technical memoranda, accounting method change requests (Forms 3115), IRS ruling requests, responses to IRS inquiries, and other supporting documentation
• Collaborate with engagement teams and leverage technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and support client service delivery
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Skills

Tax accounting

Financial analysis

Client communication

Education

Master's in taxation

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Data analytics

AI-enabled tools

Job description

KPMG is currently seeking a BTS Senior Associate, Tax Accounting Methods to join our Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with accounting method assessments, design, and implementation of projects involving income and expense recognition, capitalization, cost recovery, inventory, and other federal tax planning initiatives
• Analyze client trial balances, general ledger data, fixed asset records, and other financial information to identify tax accounting method opportunities and support technical tax analyses
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, including client interviews, data gathering, computations, technical analysis, and coordination of KPMG and client resources
• Research federal tax law, IRS guidance, and accounting method developments and apply findings to client-specific facts and circumstances
• Assist in drafting technical memoranda, accounting method change requests (Forms 3115), IRS ruling requests, responses to IRS inquiries, and other supporting documentation
• Collaborate with engagement teams and leverage technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and support client service delivery
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of recent experience in accounting methods, business tax services, federal tax consulting, or a related technical tax role within a public accounting firm or corporate tax department
• Master's degree in taxation from an accredited college/university is preferred; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related field is required
• Experience analyzing trial balances, general ledger detail, fixed asset records, inventories, and other financial data to identify tax planning opportunities and support technical tax analyses
• Knowledge of accounting method principles related to income and expense recognition, capitalization, cost recovery, inventory, or other domestic tax consulting matters
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with data analytics, AI-enabled tools, and technology solutions used to support tax service delivery
• Strong research, analytical, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and engagement teams