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Senior Associate, SALT - Asset Management

KPMG

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Location
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
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Job overview

KPMG is seeking a Senior Associate to join its State and Local Tax practice. The role supports multi-state companies with tax compliance, advising, planning, controversies, and technical research. It also involves reviewing state income tax returns, preparing technical memoranda and protests, assisting audit teams with state tax analysis, and supervising, mentoring, and developing staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tax ResearchState Income Tax ReturnsMulti-State Tax AdviceRelationship BuildingWritingTax ComplianceCommunicationTeamwork

Qualifications

Three Years Tax ExperienceMaster's or Bachelor's With CPA Hours or JD/LLM

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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 is an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our State and Local Tax (SALT) practice. Responsibilities: * Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax issues including compliance, advising, planning, controversies, and technical research. * Review information presented on state income tax returns before, during and after preparation * Research and draft technical memoranda regarding income and franchise tax questions * Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies which includes preparing clients for discussions with auditors and preparing protests * Help KPMG audit teams with review and analysis of state tax-related income and balance sheet items * Supervise, mentor, and develop staff Qualifications: * A minimum of three years of experience performing tax research, preparing/reviewing state income tax returns for corporate entities, and providing technical advice on multi-state tax issues * Master's degree from an accredited college/university (or bachelor's degree with requisite hours to pursue CPA certification) or JD/LLM * Ability to foster relationships both internally as well as with clients * Excellent writing, compliance, communication, and tax research skills * Ability and desire to perform in a high-energy team environment KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. 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. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of... 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 la ws. No phone calls or agencies please.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,113 open Tax Associate jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$77–214K/yr251 salary ranges
  • US median$16–20/hr1,706 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 59 open Tax Associate jobs in Utah and 5,113 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Utah
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience — more than three in four Tax Associate postings that state a minimum ask for (median 2 years, across 314 postings).
Education
314 of the 5,113 open Tax Associate jobs (6%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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