Specialist, Enterprise Tax

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As part of the Enterprise Tax practice, 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 qualitative and quantitative analysis and assessment. Periodic special projects and research will challenge you and allow you to grow, develop, and thrive as a tax professional.

• Research and analyze a wide range of tax issues, including support with structuring domestic and international investments
• Prepare and review corporate, partnership, trust, and personal tax returns across a variety of engagements
• Draft technical memos, instruction letters to legal counsel, and client reporting letters for review by senior team members
• Build and maintain income tax models to support planning and compliance work
• Review tax provisions for larger audit and non‑audit clients
• Collaborate with clients and team members to gather information and support tax initiatives
• Support senior staff with the execution of corporate tax planning and compliance initiatives
• Contribute to special projects and tax research that support client needs and professional development

• Minimum of two years of experience in a public accounting firm
• CPA designation completed or in progress
• Completed Bachelor Degree in accounting, business or finance
• Experience with both private and public company tax provision and compliance experience
• Experience in restructuring and/or reorganization tax planning
• Fluency in English is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills applied in professional client and team settings
• Experience managing multiple priorities and clients while meeting deadlines in a client‑service environment
• Ability to research tax issues and apply findings to planning, compliance, and advisory work
• Strong client service skills, with the ability to understand client businesses and maintain effective working relationships

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $67,509 to $95,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications.

In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program including:

• 3 weeks of vacation annually
• Flexible time off and wellness support
• Market-leading health and financial benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling View phone number on careers.kpmg.ca.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.