Manager/Senior Manager, Tax - Mergers & Acquisitions at KPMG — NeverHard

Overview At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada's most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference. KPMG's National M&A Tax practice continues to expand its presence in Western Canada and is seeking a Senior Manager or Manager to join the growing Calgary team. This role offers exposure to large, high-profile transactions, with a strong emphasis on private equity and private capital strategies. You will work on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions, collaborating across KPMG's national and global network, and contributing to the build-out of a high-performing M&A capability in Calgary. This opportunity offers direct involvement in end-to-end deal execution from due diligence to structuring while playing a key role in developing the local practice and supporting national mandates. What you will do Lead and manage tax due diligence engagements, identifying key risks, exposures, and structuring opportunities Advise on tax structuring for acquisitions, including private equity and private capital investments Develop and review tax models to evaluate transaction scenarios and outcomes Review transaction documents and provide detailed tax comments to support deal execution Manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving cross-functional teams and multiple jurisdictions Collaborate with colleagues across Canada and globally to deliver integrated tax and legal solutions Provide guidance and oversight to managers and junior team members Contribute to practice growth initiatives, supporting the expansion of the M&A Tax capability in Calgary What you bring to the role CPA designation A minimum of 5 years of experience in tax, with significant exposure to M&A transactions Strong experience leading due diligence and managing large, complex transactions from start to finish Strong understanding of Canadian tax legislation and its application to M&A and private equity transactions Demonstrated ability to manage multi-jurisdictional projects and coordinate across global teams Experience working with private equity clients, pension funds, or large institutional investors is an asset Strong project management capability, with experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and workstreams Proven ability to coach and develop team members while managing client relationships and deliverables Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG Way Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778. AI Usage Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG's Trusted AI framework. We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.