Specialist, Global Mobility Services Tax

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.

Our Global Mobility Services team specializes in providing compliance and consulting services to organizations with international workforces with respect to Canadian and foreign personal income taxes, cross border payroll, social security taxes, compensation design, policy framework, pension and other aspects. We design sophisticated tax planning and compensation strategies to help such companies and their employees manage their tax liabilities and other expenses of operating in the global business environment.

As a Specialist, working with the Managers and Partners you will be instrumental in delivering Canadian and US tax compliance and advisory services. But that's not all. You will be responsible for a variety of technical, project management, administrative, and support functions with regards to the management of our clients' expatriate tax programs. The ideal candidate enjoys continuous learning and working in a team to deliver exceptional client service.

Our team is open to speaking with candidates located across British Columbia. We offer flexible remote and hybrid work arrangements.

What You Will Do

• Become part of a tax engagement team in meeting the tax compliance needs of clients
• Prepare working paper files for income tax returns for personal tax clients
• Review Canadian and US personal tax returns
• Run taxpayer arrival and departure tax consultations
• Manage client information gathering to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and schedules
• Follow-up with tax authorities on notices
• Provide support to team members in related tasks
• Tax and Payroll Research

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need extra time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What You Bring To The Role

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Canadian and/or US tax compliance for individuals
• Bachelors degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
• Excellent people management skills
• Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties
• Emphasis on quality and adds value to their client offerings and services
• Strong analytical, project management and organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills - Excel experience is required
• Effectively manages conflicting demands and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills allowing effective interaction with staff and clients
• Able to instill enthusiasm in others to achieve desired results
• Able to provide persuasive and self-assured responses to challenging questions
• Canadian or US accounting designation or professional licensing a definite asset but it is not required

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $66,000 to $99,000 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.

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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

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.