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Tax Associate, Washington National Tax - International - JD/LLM | Washington Summer/Fall 2027

KPMG
United States, D.C., Washington
1802 K Street Northwest (Show on map)
Oct 21, 2026
At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the top tax firms in the world. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists and 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 put our culture and values front and center. KPMG is currently seeking a Tax Associate to join our Washington National Tax practice. Responsibilities: Advise clients on a wide range of international tax matters, including both inbound (foreign investments in the U.S.) and outbound (U.S. investments abroad) taxation, such as cross-border structuring, permanent establishment risk, treaty analysis and the tax implications of global operations, financings and transactions Work with other practice groups in Washington National Tax and assist other team members with various technical tax issues dealing with international taxation Draft tax memoranda, opinions and articles, review and perform risk management activities Learn about changes in tax law (through KPMG provided training and materials, as well as independent study) and advise clients regarding the impact of those changes on their business; provide recommendations to address potential risks or realize opportunities Assist KPMG audit teams with their audit of financial statements, including consideration of tax implications arising from global operations and transactions Prepare and/or review deliverables such as tax calculations (or "models"), slide decks, memorandums, or emails with coaching and direction provided by other engagement team members Build 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: a JD and/or LLM in Taxation, or equivalent program from an accredited college or university Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above Interest and exposure to a broad range of U.S. international and domestic tax law provisions Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills; demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment Demonstrated quality service mindset, strong technical aptitude, ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx and Power BI, MS Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook and apply emerging technologies to enhance tax processes and insights Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills, feedback oriented and resourceful in delivering high quality work 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 and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice Applicant 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) https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=UTAITJ_6_24 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. 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. 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