Associate 1 - HF&PE (Tax Compliance)

About the role

KPMG is seeking an Associate 1 – HF&PE to join its Tax Compliance team in Kochi. The role involves assisting with corporate and partnership tax return projects, gathering tax data, and leveraging KPMG's proprietary tax technology to deliver accurate compliance deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply tax compliance standards across corporate and partnership engagements from start to finish.
• Collect and manage tax data and documentation required for basic tax return filings.
• Analyze and process financial data using KPMG tax tools to produce client deliverables.
• Collaborate with engagement leads, maintaining clear communication and meeting quality standards.
• Participate in training programs and apply newly acquired skills to improve deliverable quality.
• Perform self‑review of work to ensure minimal errors and adherence to deadlines.

Eligibility

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an MBA in Finance from a reputable university with strong academic performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Understanding of US federal and state tax return requirements for corporate and partnership entities.
• Effective verbal, written, and organizational communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadline‑driven expectations.

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Financial data analysis
• Tax compliance processes
• Tax software usage
• US tax regulations