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Tax Associate Jobs in Puerto Rico (NOW HIRING)

PR · On-site

The Attorney will advise clients on federal, Puerto Rico, and municipal tax issues, including corporate, individual, and transactional tax matters. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting legal ...

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Case Managers, Sales Associates, Tax Preparers, and fellow Practitioners to achieve best possible resolution * Excellent Opportunity for Newly Licensed Attorney! Significant post Law School ...

What You'll Do As a Tax Manager within the Business Tax Services group, you will provide federal tax consulting and compliance services to a diverse client base in various industry sectors. You will ...

Tax Manager - Federal / Corporate Tax

San Juan, PR · On-site

$108K - $142K/yr

What You'll Do As a Tax Manager within the Business Tax Services group, you will provide federal tax consulting and compliance services to a diverse client base in various industry sectors. You will ...

PR · On-site

Tax Seniors are responsible to perform regular engagements with minimum supervision. Participate in several engagements at the same time. Be involved in the preparation of tax accruals during audit ...

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What is a tax associate?

Tax Associates are professionals who assist individuals or organizations with preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and providing tax planning advice. They typically work under the supervision of senior accountants or tax managers and help with gathering financial information, analyzing tax regulations, and identifying potential deductions or credits. Tax Associates may work in accounting firms, corporate finance departments, or government agencies, and they often interact directly with clients to address tax-related questions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tax associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tax Associate, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, tax laws, and regulations, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with tax preparation software (such as CCH Axcess or ProSystem fx), Excel, and possibly CPA eligibility or certification is often required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong client relationships in a highly regulated and deadline-driven environment.

What are some common challenges faced by tax associates during tax season, and how can they manage workload effectively?

Tax Associates often experience increased workloads and tight deadlines during tax season, which can be challenging to manage. Balancing multiple clients, staying updated on frequent tax law changes, and ensuring accuracy under pressure are common hurdles. Effective time management, clear communication with team members, and utilizing tax preparation software can help alleviate stress and improve efficiency. Many firms also foster a collaborative environment where associates can seek guidance from senior staff, making it easier to handle complex client situations.

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Tax Seasonal Intern, Business Tax Services - Puerto Rico | Fall 2026

KPMG LLP

San Juan, PR • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Career Level Requirement

Early Career

If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in the past 12 months. If it has been more than 12 months since you have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program you should explore experienced career opportunities at KPMG Careers: Experienced Professionals.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. You are encouraged to apply expeditiously to one role for which you are qualified and is of the greatest interest. You are limited to a maximum of two active applications. Give serious thought to your location preference. We strongly recommend applying to the location where you want to build your life and career long-term.

Start Season & Year: Fall 2026

Earliest Graduation Date: Nov 2027

Latest Graduation Date: Sep 2028

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 Seasonal Intern for our Business Tax Services practice.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform tax-related tasks involving tax compliance to a variety of clients including partnerships, corporations and S-corporations
  • Participate in data analytics assignments using KPMG's technology, creation of tax return work papers and tax returns for corporate clients and coordination of offshore resources
  • Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to develop and sustain excellent client relationships
  • Keep up to date on current tax practices
  • 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 enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing the following degrees/majors: Bachelors and/or Masters in accounting, finance, taxation, mathematics, economics, information technology, data and analytics, engineering (financial, industrial or systems), or equivalent program
  • Preferred: Degrees and/or areas of study: Accounting and Taxation
  • Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position (completion of academic credits required prior to starting as a Tax Associate)
  • Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish with ability to use both Spanish and English language skills in a business environment
  • Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science or data and analytics preferred
  • 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
  • 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)

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 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. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. 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=UTABTSAI_8_24

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. 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, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

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.