Head of Tax Shared Services

Overview:

At 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 seeking a collaborative and strategic Head of Tax Shared Services to lead our offshore business unit and support the continued growth and transformation of our Tax Shared Services practice. Reporting to the Tax Chief Operating Officer, in this senior leadership role, you will be responsible for continuing to buildan extension of our tax team model—ensuring that offshore operations are fully integrated, aligned with business objectives, and consistently deliver exceptional value to our clients and stakeholders.

You will foster a culture of championship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, leveraging your business acumen and financial expertise to make informed decisions that support growth, innovation and deliver value to stakeholders.

This is a pivotal role for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is passionate about leading high-performing teams and advancing innovative service delivery models.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Tax Shared Services offshore practice to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
• Develop and implement business strategies that support growth, profitability, and operational excellence
• Oversee financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation for the offshore practice
• Optimize processes, manage risks, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including national service lines, offshore leads, tax practitioners, and the tax leadership team
• Support the launch and integration of new service offeringsto align with business objectives and market needs
• Promote change management, talent development, and a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with firm policies, practices, controls, and regulations

What you bring to this role:

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in a public practice firm or large organization, with leadership experience in tax and/or offshore delivery center management
• Minimum 5 years in senior leadership roles, overseeing large teams and complex operations
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, financial management, forecasting and business strategy
• Proven ability to make sound business decisions and drive operational excellence
• Advanced knowledge of tax preparation software, technology platforms, and process automation
• Experience leading risk assessments, control testing, and remediation activities to ensure adherence to controls and quality standards
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (up to 10%-20% annually)

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way:

Integrity, 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 matters

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