Back to search results
Save

Tax / Executive / Managing Director

Managing Director, Ignition SAP

Philadelphia, PA

130046

Career Level Requirement

Executive

Our Managing Directors are high-performing, seasoned professionals. For Partner or Principal roles, please contact our recruiters: us-seniortalentacq@kpmg.com

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Managing Director to join our Tax Ignition practice.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and implementation of tax data and planning solutions using SAP (S/4HANA, Datasphere, Analytics Cloud, BTP; define data and information requirements, source-to-target mappings and integrations with ERP, subledgers and downstream tax applications
  • Apply working knowledge of direct tax provision and compliance processes to the design of tax processes and technology; the goal is accurate, timely, and audit-ready tax reporting and analytics
  • Build, manage, direct and monitor multiple client engagement teams; maintain active client communication, manage expectations and coordinate across tax, finance, IT and external vendors
  • Mentor staff while developing delivery standards, reusable assets and methodologies; lead and contribute to RFPs, proposals and orals for tax transformation and tax technology programs
  • Collaborate with KPMGs Audit and Advisory practices to identify, pursue and shape new opportunities and value propositions in tax modernization
  • End-to-end tax processes (provision, compliance, forecasting, planning, transfer pricing), operating models, governance and controls across direct and indirect tax
  • ASC 740 concepts, including effective tax rate and uncertain tax positions and their linkage to 10-K/10-Q disclosures and management reporting; tax data modeling, analytics and “what-if” scenario planning, as well as how BI, AI and automation can reduce manual reconciliations
  • Act with integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility to uphold KPMGs respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 15 years of recent experience in corporate tax transformation and tax technology within a Big 4 or comparable professional services firm, corporation, or law firm; this experience should include leading large-scale, SAP-based tax or finance transformation programs
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university in relevant field, or equivalent professional/technology certification in relevant tax or technology applications preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and licensed CPA, J.D./LL.M., required
  • Proven hands-on experience with SAP (S/4HANA, Datasphere, Analytics Cloud, BTP)
  • Accounting background with general knowledge of direct tax provision and compliance processes
  • Demonstrated experience leading multiple concurrent client engagements and cross-functional teams
  • This includes a track record of coaching and mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative, high-performance team environment
  • Proven business development track record with the ability to originate, develop and sustain internal and external client relationships; excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax and technology concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

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 LLP 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. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG LLP provides a Total Rewards Package that includes 401(k) and medical and may include dental, vision, disability and life insurance, personal well-being and Personal Time Off. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year depending on your job classification and entity affiliation.  Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work. 

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:

https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=M322U_0_26

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.

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Similar Jobs

Learn More