Manager or Senior Manager, Washington National Tax - Accounting Methods (WNT)

KPMG
$121410.00-$245180.00
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
200 East Randolph Street (Show on map)
Sep 24, 2026
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 a wide array of business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through 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 Manager or Senior Manager to join our Washington National Tax (WNT) practice. Responsibilities: Provide technical tax consulting and advisory services related to federal tax accounting methods, accounting periods, including income and expense recognition, capitalization, depreciation, inventory accounting, and other tax accounting matters Advise KPMG professionals and clients on accounting method planning opportunities, method change procedures, and the application of complex federal tax authorities Research, analyze, and interpret Internal Revenue Code provisions, Treasury Regulations, IRS guidance, and other tax authorities related to accounting methods and procedural tax matters Draft and review technical memoranda, tax opinions, thought leadership, technical alerts, and other internal and external publications Collaborate with Accounting Methods & Credit Services (AMCS), Business Tax Services (BTS), and other tax practices to support client engagements and technical consultations Develop and deliver technical training, mentoring, and guidance to tax professionals throughout the firm Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment Additional Responsibility for Senior Manager: Serve as a national technical resource on complex accounting methods matters and contribute to the development of WNT guidance, publications, and risk management initiatives Qualifications: Minimum five years of recent tax experience in an accounting firm, law firm, or private industry. Significant experience in federal tax accounting methods preferred Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university Licensed CPA, EA, or JD/LLM, in addition to others on KPMG's approved credential listing; any individual who does not possess at least one of the approved designations/credentials when employment commences will have one year from date of hire to obtain an approved credential Demonstrated experience researching and analyzing federal tax authorities and applying technical guidance to client situations Experience drafting technical memoranda, tax opinions, or other written technical analyses Strong project management, communication, analytical, and client service skills Additional Qualification for Senior Manager: Minimum seven years of recent tax experience in an accounting firm, law firm, or private industry; deep technical expertise in federal tax accounting methods preferred For this current opening, our target hiring salary range for Manager applicants is $127800 to $253700 and Senior Manager applicants is $182900 to $354000 based on the immediate requirements and scope of the role. 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Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=M307B_3_26 California Salary Range: $121410 - $245180 KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("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/ethnicity, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or other related condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or sexual abuse or any other legally protected status. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state, and local recruitment and hiring laws KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. 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