Associate, Tax Business Enablement Team

About the role

KPMG is seeking an Associate to join their Tax practice. This position provides strategic support for a group of partners and/or managing directors (PMDs), serving as a trusted business advisor and single point of contact for management and coordination of all business support and engagement management.

Responsibilities

• Leverage and supervise the work of offshore resources and collaborate with other internal teams to efficiently and effectively manage opportunities, engagement setup, billing and collections, and engagement closeout.
• Analyze data, solve problems, handle communication and stakeholder interactions with discretion, and proactively address issues to ensure the smooth operation of engagements and realize business goals.
• Determine correct bill rates and chargeable hours, proactively initiate and manage billing based on independent analysis of engagement metrics, client preferences, and interpretation of the specific terms of engagement letters.
• Own the billing and reconciliation process for assigned clients, identifying and supervising relevant KPMG member firm or other third-party activity when appropriate.
• Tailor processes to meet specific client needs and compliance requirements while executing KPMG's pricing strategy, developing pricing workbooks during engagement set-up, and making informed decisions to optimize financial outcomes.
• Develop networks and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients, leveraging connections to drive engagement success.
• Proactively manage PMD calendars based on business priorities, plan and coordinate for client and internal meetings and events, including developing agendas and meeting support materials, selecting venues/meeting locations, and managing catering arrangements.
• Ensure optimal use of time and resources and timely submission of expense reports, complying with expense policies.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of recent work experience.
• Average of 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably within a professional service or Tax business environment.
• Excellent technical skills, with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn and utilize new technology and tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of interfacing effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Excellent data analysis and web-based research skills; effective time and project management skills to ensure the successful management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to independently address issues of moderate complexity; ability to work autonomously and as a collaborative, productive member of a project team.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration from an accredited college/university.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to work with high-profile clients.

Pay

• Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

• Full-time position.