Managing Director

About the Role

KPMG is seeking a Managing Director to join our Accounting Methods and Credit Services practice. This role involves leading engagements, business development, and contributing to the growth of our team and services.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in developing our Accounting Method and Credit services practice.
• Direct engagements involving multi-disciplinary teams to provide consulting services related to Research and Development (R&D) tax credits.
• Build, manage, direct, and monitor multiple client engagement teams while maintaining active communication with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction.
• Lead, participate in, and contribute to market and business development activities, including identifying and pursuing new potential client service opportunities by collaborating with KPMG’s Audit and Advisory practices.
• Contribute to the growth, experience, and institutional knowledge of the Accounting Methods and Credit practice staff-level team members.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience with research and development tax credits within an audit, tax, and/or advisory professional services firm.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university and a licensed CPA, J.D./LL.M., or Enrolled Agent, or completion of an advanced degree or professional certification/designation, including: MBA, MCM, PhD in Economics, Doctor of Engineering, Master of Engineering, MS in Real Estate, AIA, LEED Certification, PE, or Six Sigma Certification.
• Technical skills and experience with tax accounting related to Internal Revenue Code Sections (including Sections 174 and 41), corresponding regulations, and relevant judicial and administrative authority.
• Demonstrated track record of business development with the ability to develop and maintain existing internal and external client relationships and build new relationships with key targets.
• Experience leading multiple engagements and client service teams, as well as developing and mentoring staff within a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to evaluate and articulate complex information.

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• A variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) plans.
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Two firmwide breaks each year where employees are not required to use Personal Time Off: one at year-end and another around the July 4th holiday.

Pay

KPMG complies with all local and state regulations regarding salary transparency. The salary range for this role is determined based on factors such as applicant’s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. For specific salary ranges by city outside of California, visit KPMG’s Pay Transparency page.