Manager or Senior Manager - Renewable Energy Credits (AMCS)

About the role

KPMG is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager - Renewable Energy Credits (AMCS) to join their Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of recent experience in a public accounting firm, law firm, engineering firm, or other federal taxation experience, with solid experience with renewable or energy-related tax credits. Additional responsibilities include leading multiple complex engagements, driving business development strategy, and serving as a technical resource within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide technical expertise in federal Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”) tax credits, including but not limited to, the full lifecycle of technical issues related to Investment Tax Credits (48/48E), Production Tax Credits (45/45Y), Clean Hydrogen (45V), Carbon Capture (45Q), Clean Fuels (45Z), Advanced Manufacturing (45X), and other credits introduced or modified under the IRA, as well as beginning of construction, placed-in-service, and tax fixed asset capitalization determinations and planning
• Manage the design, execution, and implementation of IRA tax credit projects, including calculation and documentation of credits through tax technical memoranda/opinions, contemporaneous documentation, and quantitative workpapers
• Establish and oversee project management frameworks, communication protocols, and data management processes to support efficient delivery across the full project life cycle, including working with Washington National Tax team members
• Lead technical analysis and review of deliverables related to IRA tax credits, including coordination with engineering, finance, and client stakeholders to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manage client relationships and provide high-quality client service for both external and internal stakeholders
• Participate in business development activities, including identifying add-on opportunities, contributing to go-to-market efforts, and supporting engagement quality, review, and exam readiness

Requirements

• Minimum five years of recent experience in a public accounting firm, law firm, engineering firm, or other federal taxation experience; solid experience with renewable or energy-related tax credits required
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university; Licensed CPA, EA or JD/LLM, in addition to others on KPMG's approved credential listing; 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 list
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and working with complex datasets
• Strong knowledge of federal income tax credits and related regulations, including experience with energy tax credit analysis, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Experience managing engagements, reviewing technical work, and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams (for example, tax, engineering, finance)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple engagements and interact effectively with clients and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of recent experience in a public accounting firm, law firm, engineering firm, or other federal taxation experience; experience with renewable or energy-related tax credits required
• Preferred qualifications include federal tax planning with three years of relevant experience with IRA tax credits within a public accounting firm, law firm, engineering firm, or other federal tax function

Skills

• Technical expertise in federal Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”) tax credits
• Project management and communication skills
• Client relationship management
• Business development and strategic planning
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Knowledge of federal income tax credits and related regulations

Benefits

• Collaborative, future-forward culture
• Access to Ignition Centers with deep industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
• Diverse team working with high-profile clients

Pay

• Competitive compensation package

Schedule

• Full-time position