Global Executive & Private Client Group; GEPC Senior Associate

Global Executive & Private Client Group (GEPC) Senior Associate

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; enjoy access to 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.

KPMG is currently seeking a Global Executive & Private Client Group (GEPC) Senior Associate to join our Business Tax Services practice.

• Accountable for supporting and overseeing large outsourcing engagements/projects related to cross‑border employment‑based processes including HR policies, benefits, retirement plans, taxes and the relocation process.
• Oversee and support the management of day‑to‑day services within our global HRS practice, coordinating with third‑party providers, leveraging technology, and mentoring and overseeing our Japanese and Korean bilingual staff.
• Maintain service focus centered on supporting Japanese and Korean‑headquartered organizations.
• Develop, enhance, and monitor service models to ensure a consistent high‑level customer experience and that pre‑established client service‑level agreements are satisfied.
• Serve as a central point of contact and primary client interface regarding the support of Japanese and non‑Japanese executives and their families relocating to the U.S. for international assignments; services include working directly with client business leaders to ensure successful employee transfers and comprehensive HR support.

• Minimum three years of recent, prior hands‑on HR support and administrative work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
• Working knowledge of employment‑based compensation arrangements and compliance processes, including gathering information to support international transfers, coordinating with third‑party providers, and providing translation services as needed.
• Familiarity with payroll, Workday, and other HR systems for large Japanese‑headquartered companies; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required; experience with People Soft, SharePoint, and Taleo is desired.
• Fluent in English;
  Japanese preferred.
• Self‑motivated and driven with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary range (California): $66,900 - $122,200. Additional details available at

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Standard work hours, personal time off, and holiday entitlements are based on job classification and years of service.

KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We comply 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, or protected veteran status.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply promptly if they are qualified and interested.