Associate, Trade & Customs - Data Analytics

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 complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of 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 an Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice.

Responsibilities:

• Research and advise clients in a variety of industries on import and export matters
• Utilize data analytics tools to help problem solve supply chain problems
• Introduce innovative approaches to help clients conduct their business, encompassing people, processes and technology
• Work with client's business, technology and compliance resources on global trade processes and procedures
• Develop and maintain client and internal relationships

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year of prior work experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or foreign equivalent in business, information systems, management information systems, business analytics or related fields
• Knowledge of Excel and other Analytical Software would be advantageous; preferably Alteryx, Power BI, and/or any Script Languages
• Demonstrated quality service mindset, and knowledge of Global Trade processes, industry practices and measurements is preferred
• Flexibility and ability to think creatively and critically in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment; strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, at times with relatively short notice
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for US 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)

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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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