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Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4498577
Job Title:
Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning Application Deadline:
08/23/2026
Job Location:
Portland
Date Posted:
05/26/2026
Hours Worked Per Week:
40
Shift:
Day Shift Duration of Job:
Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
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Job Summary:
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Tax Research and Planning to join our Firm Tax team.
Responsibilities:
Conduct thorough tax research and analysis related to the preparation of individual federal and state tax returns and partnership schedule K-1s to support Partner Tax Services and Partner Tax Matters group in the preparation of federal and state tax returns
Proactively monitor federal and state legislative developments; Model the potential impact of proposed tax changes and identify strategic tax-savings opportunities for the firm and its partners
Document tax research positions and collaborate with firm experts on various federal and state issues to ensure compliance with all tax regulations and deadlines
Effectively communicate tax technical positions to members of cross-functional groups within Firm Taxes
Respond to inquiries from tax authorities to effectively and efficiently resolve tax issues
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
Minimum seven years of recent federal and state individual tax experience with in-depth knowledge of partnership federal and state schedule K-1s
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or finance is required; master's degree from an accredited college or university is tax or accounting is preferred: enrolled Agent or CPA preferred
High net worth individual tax experience preferred
Proficient in tax research software such as Westlaw, Bloomberg and CCH
Computer proficiencies in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Word required; Microsoft Excel skills include creating spreadsheets, using shortcuts, formula functions, sorting/filtering data, and analyzing data; PowerPoint skills include creating charts, layouts and analysis to support tax planning... For full info follow application link. 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. The attached link 'https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf? 'contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
Job Classification:
Accountants and Auditors Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages,
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Salary:
Depending on Experience
Benefits Offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Job Requirements
