Tax Associate, Legal Operations Transformation Services | Fall 2025

Career Level Requirement
Early Career
If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor's degree or higher in the past 12 months.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis.
Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.
You are encouraged to apply expeditiously to one role for which you are qualified and is of the greatest interest.
You are limited to a maximum of two active applications.
Give serious thought to your location preference.
We strongly recommend applying to the location where you want to build your life and career long-term.

Start Season & Year: Fall 2025
Earliest Graduation Date: Jun 2024
Latest Graduation Date: Sep 2025
At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the worlds top tax firms.
Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success.
Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists & enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions.
Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges.
Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring.
At KPMG, we believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because It has an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm.

KPMG is currently seeking a for our Business Tax Services practice.

Responsibilities: Help execute on law department and law firm strategy, process and technology optimization projectsSupport progress against project milestones to help ensure timely completion of project deliverablesDevelop recommendations on how to integrate technology and process improvement and change management activitiesCreate and analyze metrics, performance measurements, requirements, reports/recommendations related to management, organizational structure and policies/proceduresDesign, develop, manage and document processes and project plans in a complex and dynamic environment, adjusting as needed to meet changing client requirementsSupport the selection, implementation and optimization of legal technologies including Generative AI, Workflow Automation, Enterprise Legal Management, Contract Lifecycle Management, eBilling, Matter Management and moreBuild capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI, and more Qualifications: Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months: Bachelors and/or Masters in Business, Accounting, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Pre-Law Studies, Public Policy/Government, Statistics, or equivalent program from an accredited college or universityPreferred GPA of 3.0 or aboveCoursework or minor in Information Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or Data and Analytics is preferredUnderstanding of business transformation, functional processes, financial management, technology, resourcing, performance management and change management relating to corporate legal departments, law firms and other legal-sector related businesses strongly preferredExperience preparing and conducting business analysis and studies, needs assessments, requirement analysis/definition and cost benefit analysisDemonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills, business writing skills and ability to navigate Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Access, Power BI), Alteryx, Tableau, artificial intelligence (AI) and similar data analysis and visualization toolsExcellent communication, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality workStrong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned tasksMust reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportationAbility to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short noticeMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges.
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Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health.
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In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis.
Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.
Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.