Specialist, Private Client-Cross Border

OverviewAt KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.We are growing and are looking for tax professionals who have a passion to learn, are motivated to embrace challenges and enjoy resolving complex tax issues and designing sophisticated income and estate tax planning strategies. What you will doAs a key member of the team, you will work on Canadian and US tax planning initiatives and tax compliance. You will continue your professional development in a fast-paced and rewarding practice that also provides deep learning opportunities. You will be developing solutions while working on complex cross border advisory projects. The ideal candidate has a passion for learning and enjoys working on challenging but equally rewarding projects.Continue to build deep understanding of Canadian and US personal tax laws including passive foreign investment corporation and controlled foreign corporation regimes; US estate, gift and trust compliance and other matters relevant to a client's situationAs a key member of the tax engagement team, work closely with staff, provide support to team leaders and demonstrate strong time-management skillsPrepare Canadian and US individual and trust income tax returns and prepare highly complex tax returns and calculations (including Form 5471, complex 8621, estate and gift tax returns etc.)Review Canadian and US individual income tax returns prepared by junior staffMaintain client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and schedulesCorrespond regularly with individual clients and tax authoritiesProvide support to team members in practice development tasks including assistance with development and delivery of training programs, preparation of presentations and marketing materialWhat you bring to the roleMinimum 2 years of experience specializing in Canadian and/or US personal tax preparationAccounting or Business undergraduate degree or diplomaExcellent computer skills including MS Office - Excel experience is requiredStrong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skills allowing effective interaction with client and teamStrong English verbal and written communication skills. French language skills are an assetEnthusiastic with a desire to learnUS Professional designation (US CPA or EA)Canadian Professional designation (CPA) is desirable, but not requiredProviding you with the support you need to be at your bestFor more information about KPMG in Canada's Benefits and well-being, click here. Our Values, The KPMG WayIntegrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what mattersKPMG 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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment processAt KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.For information about accessible employment at KPMG, please visit our accessibility page.