Tax Associate, State and Local Tax - Mergers and Acquisitions - JD | Multiple Locations Summer/[...

Overview

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KPMG is seeking an Associate to join our State & Local Tax practice. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering transaction-related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and related SALT matters.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering transaction-related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers.
• Advise private equity and commercial clients on transaction-related SALT matters as they pertain to M&A.
• Identify and estimate historical and current SALT exposures related to income tax, indirect taxes (sales/use tax, gross receipts tax, franchise tax, employment tax) and unclaimed property; identify SALT opportunities related to acquisition or disposition structuring steps.
• Research tax laws and form positions on the application of such laws to specific facts, and stay current on state and local tax developments.
• Identify and deliver post-transaction integration opportunities and help develop new client relationships with newly acquired entities.
• Draft due diligence reports and memorandums capturing areas of risk and the application of law to facts.
• Read and draft comments on transaction-related documents based on information obtained during tax due diligence and other services.
• Build capabilities in technologies that enable client service delivery, such as AI, Alteryx, Power BI, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date a JD or equivalent program from an accredited college or university (degree in past 12 months).
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Strong tax research skills and a solid technical aptitude; ability to navigate MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Career-minded with willingness to commit significant time to professional development; ability to learn and navigate technologies such as AI, Alteryx and Power BI.
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to work locations using own transportation.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, with 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 does not sponsor visas for this role).

Benefits and Compliance

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), and well-being benefits), with details on eligibility and plan design available on our Careers site.

Note: Salary ranges are displayed where required by local regulations. For salary ranges by city outside of CA, see the linked pay transparency page in the job posting.

Job Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: General Business
• Seniority level: Entry level