Tax Associate Accounting Methods and Credits SummerFall 2027

KPMG LLP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP seeks a Tax Associate for its Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice in Business Tax Services. You will join a dynamic team, perform tax-related tasks, and leverage Alteryx and Power BI to deliver tax insights for diverse clients.

Early career professionals with CPA pathway focus are encouraged to apply, with formal training, mentoring, and a supportive culture. Rolling recruitment and a collaborative environment are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the listed degrees in the past 12 months.
• Preferred: Degrees in Accounting and Taxation.
• Must pursue state CPA requirements with completion of credits prior to start date.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework in information systems, software engineering, CS or data analytics preferred.
• Strong technical/business acumen and collaborative leadership in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax-related tasks involving tax compliance for partnerships, corporations and S-corporations.
• Participate in research and drafting of technical memos, tax compliance and provision support.
• Utilize Alteryx, Power BI, and MS Office tools in client service delivery.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and sustain client relationships.
• Manage offshore team members and contractors on projects.
• Keep up to date on current tax practices.

Skills

Alteryx

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in accounting, finance, taxation, mathematics, economics, information technology, data and analytics, engineering, or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Alteryx

Power BI

Job description

Career Level Requirement

Early Career

If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in the past 12 months. If it has been more than 12 months since you have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program you should explore experienced career opportunities at KPMG Careers: Experienced Professionals.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. You are encouraged to apply expeditiously to one role for which you are qualified and is of the greatest interest. You are limited to a maximum of two active applications. Give serious thought to your location preference. We strongly recommend applying to the location where you want to build your life and career long-term.

Start Season & Year: Summer/Fall 2027

Earliest Graduation Date: Nov 2026

Latest Graduation Date: Sep 2027

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the top tax firms in the world. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists and enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we put our culture and values front and center.

KPMG is currently seeking a Tax Associate for our Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice in Business Tax Services.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax-related tasks involving tax compliance to a variety of clients including partnerships, corporations and S-corporations
• Participate in research and drafting of technical memorandum, consulting engagements, tax compliance and provision assistance, controversy support, risk management and interaction with additional service lines, including State and Local Tax and International Tax for multinational and domestic companies in a wide variety of industries
• Utilize technologies and tools used in client service delivery and participate in technology development initiatives, including bot development and use of Alteryx and other data enablement tools
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to develop and sustain excellent client relationships
• Manage offshore team members, 3rd party contractors and/or shared services team members as part of internal and external projects
• Keep up to date on current tax practices

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months: Bachelors and/or Masters in accounting, finance, taxation, mathematics, economics, information technology, data and analytics, engineering (financial, industrial or systems), or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
• Preferred: Degrees and/or areas of study: Accounting and Taxation
• Must be pursuing the state-specific education requirements to be a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position, with completion of required academic credits prior to the start date for this position
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred
• Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills. Demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Demonstrated quality service mindset, strong technical aptitude, ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI, MS Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook and apply emerging technologies to enhance tax processes and insights
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills, feedback oriented, and resourceful in delivering high quality work
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
• 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 LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. 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. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

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KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

Los County applicants

Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.