Tax Specialist, Canadian Corporate Tax

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG's Consumer Industrial Markets Tax practice is looking for a Tax Specialist.

As part of the engagement team, the Specialist will excel in servicing the planning and compliance needs of our clients. This position provides the opportunity to participate in a broad range of tax-related work requiring analysis,assessment, and quantification. Special projects and research will ensure that you are kept up-to-date on current tax practices.

• Research and analysis of a wide variety of tax issues.
• Reviewing corporate and personal tax returns.
• Reviewing tax provisions for our larger audit and non-audit clients.
• Interacting with clients and other team members.
• Assisting senior staff members in all aspects of corporate tax initiatives.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies for various clients.
• Preparing, reviewing and advising on corporate, personal and trust tax returns.

• Has successfully passed the CFE or writing it within the year 
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a Public Accounting firm.
• Currently enrolled or interested in enrolling in the CPA In-Depth Tax Program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Dedication and strong work effort.
• Strong team player.
• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills.
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation.
• Proven ability to interact with co-workers, management and clients alike in a manner that is respectful, patient, and understanding.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Is keen to assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies for various clients.
• Willingly takes on and learns new skills by researching a wide variety of tax issues.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships.

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