Specialist, Private Enterprise Tax

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As part of the Private Enterprise Tax practice, the Specialist will excel in servicing the planning and compliance needs of our clients. This position provides the opportunity to participate in a broad range of tax-related work requiring qualitative and quantitative analysis and assessment. Periodic special projects and research will challenge you and allow you to grow, develop, and thrive as a tax professional.

• Research and analysis of a wide variety of tax issues, including assistance with structuring of domestic and international investments.
• Preparation of corporate, partnership, trust and personal tax returns.
• Preparation of draft technical memos to file, instruction letters to legal counsel and client reporting letter to be reviewed by senior staff members.
• Preparation of income tax models.
• Reviewing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Reviewing tax provisions for our larger audit and non-audit clients.
• Interacting with clients and other team members.
• Assisting senior staff members in all aspects of corporate tax initiatives.

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or a similar field
• Successfully passed the CFE, and has obtained a CPA designation.
• Currently enrolled or willing to enroll in the In-Depth Tax program.
• 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 base salary range for this position is $56,000 to $93,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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