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KPMG in the Cayman Islands
KPMG in the Cayman Islands

Senior Tax Associate

United Kingdom On-site 2-5 yrs exp Financial Services 417 employees
Sponsorship verifiedCPAEAU.S. Tax ExperienceU.S. Federal Income Tax Return PreparationAsset Management

Requirements

Candidates must have a CPA, EA, or a Master's degree in Taxation, along with at least 2 years of U.S. tax experience. They should also have an understanding of U.S. federal income tax return preparation and experience with asset management.

Job Description

Please note: this is an on-site role based in the Cayman Islands and relocation is required.



About Us

KPMG in the Cayman Islands is part of KPMG Islands Group, a regional network of over 3,000 professionals across 11 island jurisdictions. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to a broad range of clients, particularly in insurance, asset management, and international business.


The successful candidate will be expected to reside and work in the Cayman Islands, a prominent global financial center offering an exceptional quality of life. Full relocation support and work permit sponsorship will be provided.


The rapid pace of change and the increasing complexity of tax rules make this an important time to build your career in Tax at KPMG. We draw on our technical expertise and our understanding of how tax fits into the broader business landscape to help clients manage their U.S. income tax reporting obligations. Our work spans insurance, hedge funds, private equity funds, private clients, and local tax laws and regulations in our respective jurisdictions, including Economic Substance, Pillar 2, VAT, and AEOI (FATCA/CRS).


Senior Tax Associate

Reporting to and providing support to the tax partners and senior management, the successful candidate will participate in and supervise the preparation of U.S. income tax returns for clients in the asset management industry.



Requirements:

• CPA, EA, (or the pre-requisite to take the respective exams) and/or Masters degree in Taxation.

• At least 2 years of U.S. tax experience

• Understanding of U.S. federal income tax return preparation

• Experience with asset management (hedge funds or private equity)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work at one's own initiative and within a small team

• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Flexibility to work extended hours during busy periods

• Relocation to Cayman (assistance and work permit sponsorship provided)



What we can offer you:

• A competitive remuneration package that is commensurate with qualifications and experience

• A work-life balance with an emphasis on promoting health and wellbeing

• Flexible vacation scheme

• Medical and pension schemes

• Recognizable and reputable corporate social responsibility program



A new environment can expand your thinking and elevate your career. At KPMG, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally while experiencing life in one of the world's most beautiful and business-forward islands.



About KPMG


KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. KPMG is the brand under which the member firms of KPMG International Limited (“KPMG International”) operate and provide professional services. “KPMG” is used to refer to individual member firms within the KPMG organization or to one or more member firms collectively.


KPMG firms operate in 142 countries and territories with more than 275,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. Each KPMG member firm is responsible for its own obligations and liabilities.


KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients. For more detail about our structure, please visit kpmg.com/governance.

Education

["professional certificate", "postgraduate degree"]

Skills

CPAEAU.S. Tax ExperienceU.S. Federal Income Tax Return PreparationAsset ManagementAttention to DetailInitiativeTeamworkAbility to Work Under PressureMeeting DeadlinesFlexibilityEconomic SubstancePillar 2VATAEOIFATCA

About KPMG in the Cayman Islands

KPMG in the Cayman Islands is one of the leading professional services firms, with over 400 employees from more than 40 countries and 30 Partners delivering audit, tax and advisory services to clients worldwide. We provide industry insights to help organizations negotiate risks and perform in the dynamic and challenging environments in which they do business. Our high performing people are our greatest asset. We use our expertise and insight to cut through complexity and deliver informed perspectives and clear solutions that our clients and stakeholders value.

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