Senior Associate, M&A Tax

Senior Associate – Mergers & Acquisitions

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future‑forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG’s extensive network of specialists and access our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting‑edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions.

Join a diverse team helping high‑profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring.

At KPMG, we believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because it is an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm.

• Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services including planning, research, and other mergers and acquisitions activities
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering due diligence and tax structuring services, and communicate findings and opportunities to clients
• Assist clients with current issues which may include bankruptcy emergence planning, out‑of‑court workouts, debt restructurings, tax basis, earnings and profits, and section 382 studies
• Liaise with a target company's finance/accounting departments and tax advisors to gather pertinent facts for an analysis of tax risks
• Develop, motivate, and train staff‑level team members

• A minimum of three years of experience in federal tax and/or mergers and acquisition in a public accounting firm, corporate tax department, or law firm
• Bachelor's degree, J.D., LL.M. in taxation, and/or Masters in Taxation (MST) from an accredited college/university
• Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters in various industries
• Ability to handle multiple engagements and client service teams
• Excellent research and writing skills

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Accounting / Auditing

California Salary Range: $95,100 – $211,500

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits to support your mental health. Additionally, KPMG provides Personal Time Off, holidays, and two breaks per year where you will not be required to use PTO.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable 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, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.