Senior Associate, M&A Tax

Senior Associate – Corporate & M&A Tax

Location:

Los Angeles County, CA (Irvine area)

Senior Associates play an essential role in KPMG’s Mergers & Acquisitions practice, providing taxation strategy, due diligence and risk oversight to high‑profile clients across a broad range of industries.

• Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services, including planning, research, and all M&A related activities.
• Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver due diligence and tax structuring services, communicating findings and opportunities to clients.
• Assist clients with current issues such as bankruptcy emergence planning, out‑of‑court workouts, debt restructurings, tax basis, earnings and profits, and section 382 studies.
• Engage with target companies’ finance/accounting departments and tax advisors to gather pertinent facts for tax‑risk analysis.
• Develop, motivate, and train staff‑level team members.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in federal tax and/or M&A at a public accounting firm, corporate tax department, or law firm.
• Bachelor’s degree (or JD, LL.M. in Taxation, MST) from an accredited college/university.
• Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters across various industries.
• Ability to handle multiple engagements and client service teams simultaneously.
• Excellent research and writing skills.

KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), personal time off, and a robust suite of well‑being benefits to support mental health.

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