Manager/Senior Manager, Tax – Mergers & Acquisitions

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KPMG’s National M&A Tax practice continues to expand its presence in Western Canada and is seeking a Senior Manager or Manager to join the growing Calgary team. This role offers exposure to large, high-profile transactions, with a strong emphasis on private equity and private capital strategies.

You will work on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions, collaborating across KPMG’s national and global network, and contributing to the build-out of a high-performing M&A capability in Calgary. This opportunity offers direct involvement in end-to-end deal execution from due diligence to structuring while playing a key role in developing the local practice and supporting national mandates.

• Lead and manage tax due diligence engagements, identifying key risks, exposures, and structuring opportunities
• Advise on tax structuring for acquisitions, including private equity and private capital investments
• Develop and review tax models to evaluate transaction scenarios and outcomes
• Review transaction documents and provide detailed tax comments to support deal execution
• Manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving cross-functional teams and multiple jurisdictions
• Collaborate with colleagues across Canada and globally to deliver integrated tax and legal solutions
• Provide guidance and oversight to managers and junior team members
• Contribute to practice growth initiatives, supporting the expansion of the M&A Tax capability in Calgary

• CPA designation
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in tax, with significant exposure to M&A transactions

• Strong experience leading due diligence and managing large, complex transactions from start to finish
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax legislation and its application to M&A and private equity transactions
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-jurisdictional projects and coordinate across global teams
• Experience working with private equity clients, pension funds, or large institutional investors is an asset
• Strong project management capability, with experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and workstreams
• Proven ability to coach and develop team members while managing client relationships and deliverables

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