Tax Associate, Global Executive & Private Client Group (Sep 2024)

About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. They help organizations navigate complex business challenges, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive innovation through expert guidance and advanced technology solutions.

Your role

KPMG is currently seeking a Tax Associate for their Global Executive & Private Client Group practice in Tax.

Responsibilities:

• Support clients in analyzing tax implications of working internationally and filing income tax returns in multiple jurisdictions including preparing Federal and State(s) individual income tax returns, analyzing and utilizing foreign tax credits between countries and tax treaties and looking for opportunities to use global tax planning opportunities to minimize overall tax costs.
• Assist corporations with setting up operations in new countries and help to ensure the applicable tax rules are satisfied and the corporations and individual executives are in compliance with the applicable tax and social tax requirements.
• Help clients determine the compensation packages that should be provided to executives working on an international assignment; assist with setting up and supporting their global payroll process including determining amounts that should be provided to executives in multiple locations while ensuring compliance with the applicable countries' laws in the respective locations.
• Provide global coordination/support to KPMG corporate clients with all aspects of running a global mobility program including implementing processes and technologies related to efficiently managing their global workforce.
• Assist Senior Associates and Managers with engagement administration and scoping efforts
• Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI, and more.

Training & development

During the internship, interns will learn to analyze international tax implications, prepare multi-jurisdictional tax returns, and support global tax planning strategies. You will also gain experience in setting up global operations, managing executive compensation packages, and utilizing key technologies like AI, Alteryx, and Power BI for efficient global mobility program management.

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Well-being program (gyms, flu vaccination, health checks, sight tests, fruit days)
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Career progression
• Learning and development
• Comprehensive flexible working policy

Career progression

At KPMG, career progression is a dynamic journey of continuous learning and growth. Outstanding performance as an intern can open doors to a full-time Associate role, propelling you into a rewarding career in professional services. This internship experience is a pivotal beginning to your career journey, paving the way for exciting opportunities.

Work-life balance

KPMG's working hours are flexible; if a project’s nature allows, they also offer work from home. Their programs support every employee in finding the right balance between family, work, and free time. It places a special focus on the compatibility of career and family.

Culture & vibe

KPMG nurtures a culture of professionalism, integrity, and excellence. They emphasize teamwork, innovation, and client-focused solutions. Diversity and inclusion are central values, promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment. Continuous learning and community engagement are encouraged, fostering a well-rounded and socially responsible corporate culture.

About you

Qualifications:

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months in Bachelor's and/or Master's with a concentration in Tax, Accounting, International Business, Human Resources, Finance, or equivalent program from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Bilingual in English and Japanese with the ability to use both Japanese and English language skills in a business environment a plus.
• Able to analyze basic tax and accounting information.
• Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills and ability to navigate MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI
• 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
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future is preferred.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• kpmg.com/de/en/home/about/values-and-culture/diversity-at-KPMG/work-life-balance
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/clear-career-path.html
• kpmg.com/ua/en/home/careers/work-at-kpmg/learning-development.html