Senior Associate, Franchise Tax - Financial Services

Senior Associate, Income Franchise Tax - Financial Services

Join KPMG US as a Senior Associate in our State and Local Tax (SALT) practice. You will be part of a dynamic team at one of the world’s top tax firms, collaborating with specialists and utilizing cutting‑edge technology at our Ignition Centers to create innovative tax solutions for high‑profile clients in the Financial Services industry.

KPMG values culture, collaboration, and innovation. We invest in our people through formal training, mentoring, and a diverse, future‑forward environment that empowers your success.

• Assist multi‑state companies with state and local tax issues including compliance, advising, planning, controversies, and technical research
• Review information presented on state income tax returns and schedule K‑1 before, during and after preparation
• Research and draft technical memoranda regarding income and franchise tax questions
• Support multi‑state companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing clients for discussions with auditors and preparing protests
• Learn and utilize state‑of‑the‑art technology and innovative solutions in state tax compliance delivery
• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff

• Minimum of three years of experience performing tax research, preparing/reviewing state income tax returns for corporations and partnerships, and providing technical advice on multi‑state tax issues
• Master’s degree from an accredited college/university (or bachelor’s degree with requisite hours to pursue CPA certification) or JD/LLM
• Ability to foster relationships both internally and with clients
• Excellent writing, compliance, communication, and tax research skills
• Ability and desire to perform in a high‑energy team environment

We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a suite of personal well‑being benefits. Eligibility for certain benefits depends on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service. KPMG also provides personal time off, paid holidays, and two breaks per year where no personal time off is required.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing

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 laws.