Manager or Senior Manager, M&A Tax
kpmgLos Angeles (CA)
Manager or Senior Manager, M&A Tax
Posted today
kpmgLos Angeles (CA)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
Overview:
As a Manager/Senior Manager in KPMG’s Mergers & Acquisitions Tax practice, you lead teams on complex tax advisory projects tied to acquisitions, restructurings, and related transactions. You will advise clients on federal tax consequences and consolidate return issues, shaping solutions within a collaborative, growth-focused culture. You’ll work with cross-functional leaders to improve offerings and develop staff while navigating evolving tax laws. This is a mission-driven role at a top tax firm, offering meaningful impact through client service and practitioner development. Compensation / Benefits 401(k) medical dental vision disability life insurance
Responsibilities:
Lead planning, execution, and delivery of M&A tax consulting projects (section 382 analyses, tax basis in subsidiary stock, E&P studies, cost analyses, entity rationalization, group restructurings, debt modifications, and cancellation of debt income modeling). Advise clients on federal income tax consequences across mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, formations, liquidations, distributions, redemptions, and reorganizations with emphasis on consolidated return rules. Research and produce written tax guidance (technical memos, opinions, private letter ruling requests). Collaborate on developing and implementing best practices and enhanced service offerings for National Projects Groups. Train and mentor staff at all levels on tax law changes, engagement processes, risk management, and business development. Partner with M&A leadership on go-to-market strategies to achieve quality growth.
Key requirements:
Minimum five years of federal corporate tax and consolidated return experience in a Big 4, including extensive section 382 quantitative analysis. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university. Licensed CPA, EA or JD/LLM (or eligible with 1-year to obtain one of the credentials). Deep knowledge of subchapter C, bankruptcy and insolvency taxation, and consolidated return regulations. Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage multiple engagements and teams. leadership communication skills mentoring and staff development section 382 ownership change analyses tax basis in consolidated subsidiary stock earnings & profits (E&P) studies
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