Associate - Project Management

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; access 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 a wide array of business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring.

About the role

KPMG is currently seeking a M&A Associate - Project Management to join our Mergers & Acquisitions practice.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central operational hub for Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Tax go-to-market initiatives, with a primary focus on the successful scaling of the GenAI Research Assistant for Navigating Tax (GRANT) tool and other GenAI tools developed by the M&A Tax practice
• Manage the execution of go-to-market strategy, including identifying and qualifying potential clients, coordinating demonstrations, and managing a high-volume client opportunity pipeline
• Act as the primary project manager for the entire client onboarding process, from initial approval and contracting to final implementation, ensuring a seamless client experience
• Maintain a master tracking system to monitor client progress and provide leadership with visibility on key performance indicators for technology adoption
• Manage client relationships and communications, including follow-ups, regular check-ins, and feedback requests to drive client satisfaction and program improvement
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Lead Tax Partners and support teams, to ensure the efficient and successful commercialization of M&A Tax technology
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Requirements

• Minimum one year of recent experience in a role focused on project management, business development, or account management
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with CRM or pipeline management software (for example, Salesforce) is highly desired
• Proven experience managing client relationships, including onboarding, and supporting a portfolio of accounts or a pipeline of opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to execute and successfully achieve objectives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines
• Excellent organizational, communication, and client-facing skills with the ability to work effectively with team members, project sponsors, and senior management

Pay

California Salary Range: $80,085 - $150,650. Salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service
• Two annual breaks where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off: one at year-end and one around the July 4th holiday