Senior Associate, Income Franchise

Business Title: Senior Associate, Income Franchise
Requisition Number: 34789
Function: Tax Services
Area of Interest: Income Franchise Tax
State: New York
City: New York

Description:
When you choose KPMG as the place to build your career in tax, you can really add value. KPMG's tax partners and professionals pride themselves on understanding our clients' business strategy and needs, providing a broad range of federal, state, local and international tax services to meet those needs. We are currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our State and Local Tax (SALT) practice in our New York City office.

Responsibilities:
* Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax issues including compliance, advising, planning, and controversies
* Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies which includes preparing clients for discussions with auditors, representing the client at hearings and appeal meetings, and preparing protests
* Review information presented on state income tax returns before, during and after preparation
* Assist KPMG audit teams with review and analysis of state tax-related income and balance sheet items
* Research and draft technical memoranda regarding income and franchise tax questions
* Supervise, mentor, and develop staff
Qualifications:
* Two years of experience performing tax research and providing technical advice on multi-state tax issues
* Bachelor's degree, J.D., LL.M. in Taxation, and/or Master's in Taxation (MST) from an accredited college/university
* Ability to foster client relationships
* Ability and desire to perform in a high-energy team environment
* Excellent writing, communication, and tax research skills
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

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KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace.

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