KPMG · 5 hours ago
Tax Associate, State and Local Tax - Mergers and Acquisitions - JD | Raleigh Summer/Fall 2026
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKPMG is one of the world's top tax firms, and they are seeking an Associate to join their State & Local Tax practice. The role involves delivering transaction-related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services, advising clients on SALT matters, and identifying tax opportunities related to mergers and acquisitions.
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Responsibilities
Work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on delivering transaction related tax due diligence and acquisition structuring services to buyers and sellers
Advise private equity and commercial clients on transaction-related SALT matters as they pertain to mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Identify and estimate historical and current SALT exposures related to income tax, indirect taxes (sales/use tax, gross receipts tax, franchise tax, employment tax) and unclaimed property; identify SALT opportunities related to acquisition or disposition structuring steps
Research tax laws and form position on the application of such laws to specific facts presented during the transaction; stay current on state and local tax legislative, judicial and administrative developments
Identify and deliver/support post-transaction integration opportunities and work to develop new client relationships with newly acquired business entities
Draft due diligence reports and/or memorandums capturing areas of risk and addressing the application of law to facts
Read and draft comments on transaction related documents (e.g., purchase agreements, acquisition structure deck, 100 Day Plan, etc.) based on information obtained during tax due diligence and other transaction related services
Build capabilities in key technologies that enable tax professionals for client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, Power BI and more
Qualification
Required
Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months: a JD or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
Strong tax research skills
Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills and ability to navigate MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality work
Career minded, willingness to commit significant time to professional development
Ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI
Must 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 transportation
Ability to travel domestically and internationally and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
Must 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)
Benefits
Medical and dental plans
Vision coverage
Disability and life insurance
401(k) plans
Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health
Personal Time Off per fiscal year
Calendar of holidays to be observed during the year
Two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off
Company
KPMG
KPMG is a network of independent member firms offering audit, tax, and advisory services.
Founded in 1987
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Anna Scally
Global Head of TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications), KPMG International
Casey Winters
Partner
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