Overview

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive network of specialists & 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 believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because it's an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm KPMG is currently seeking a Tax Manager or Senior Manager to join our Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice. Responsibilities: Conduct research and development (R&D) tax credit consulting and project managementManage R&D tax credit studies and related activitiesDevelop and sustain excellent client relationships during delivery of R&D tax credit servicesProvide R&D tax credit quality assurance, engagement reviewer and exam supportPerform engagement management activities including billing analysis, invoicing, and engagement setupDraft opinion letters, responses to IRS inquiries, IRS ruling requests and writing other technical memoranda Additional Responsibilities for Senior Manager:Engage in an active role in new business development, including add-on business Assist other R&D Project Managers with the delivery of engagements as needed, including research and writing regarding technical issues Qualifications: Minimum five years of recent experience conducting and managing R&D tax credit consulting projects in a large accounting firm, corporation, or law firmBachelor's degree from an accredited college/universityLicensed CPA, JD/LLM or completion of an advanced degree or professional certification/designation including: MBA (Masters of Business Administration), MCM (Masters of Construction Management), PHDE (PhD of Economics), PHE (Doctor of Engineering), ME (Masters of Engineering), MSRE (Masters of Science-Real Estate), AIA (Member, Amer Inst of Architects), Enrolled Agent, LEED (Leadership, Energy & Environmental Design) Certification, PE (Professional Engineer), or SIX SGMA (Six Sigma) Certification, in addition to others on KPMG's approved credential listing; any individual who does not possess at least one of the approved designations/credentials when their employment commences, has one year from their date of hire to obtain at least one of the approved designations/credentials; should you like to see the complete list of currently approved designations/credentials for the hiring practice/service line, your recruiter can provide you with that listSolid verbal and written communications skills with the ability to evaluate and articulate complex information; proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access and use of the internetExperience managing multiple client engagements and client service teamsTechnical skills and experience with research and development deduction and credit Internal Revenue Code sections (including, but not limited to, sections 174 & 41), corresponding regulations and relevant judicial and administrative authority Additional Qualifications for Senior Manager:Minimum eight years of experience in federal income taxes within a public accounting firm or corporationExperience mentoring and counseling staff level team members 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 d