Manager, Tax Accountant

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the individual income tax compliance, tax counseling, tax projections, tax notices and other financial related support for the partners of the firm
• Review work papers, tax returns and related work products prepared by staff members for accuracy and conformity with tax law and documentation standards
• Conduct thorough research on complex tax issues to ensure compliance for partners of the firm.
• Communicate complex tax concepts clearly and effectively to partners of the firm, both verbally and in writing.
• Manage client population with minimum supervision, while actively maintaining multiple touchpoints and conversations with clients throughout the year
• Collaborate effectively with team members on various projects while also demonstrating the ability to work independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of recent progressive experience reviewing federal and state individual tax returns for clients; preferably within a professional services environment
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Finance or Accounting is required; Eligibility to sit for CPA exam; Enrolled Agent status or active CPA is preferred
• Proficient with web-based document storage, income tax software, and Microsoft applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong technical skills in the following areas: High Net-Worth Individuals, Partnership and Multi-State Taxation Theory
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, solid research skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment and/or independently; excellent client management skills with the ability to gain the confidence of the client and communicate complex tax matters in a manner client can understand
• Flexibility to work extended hours and weekends during peak tax periods