Vancouver Office – Private Client Services (Canadian and U.S. Personal Tax) – Co-op January 2027

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. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that’ll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. With a focus on encouraging employees to come as they are, KPMG provides its employees with a variety of unique tools and support systems that ensure they thrive and make their mark in their career and in their communities. Our Vancouver office is seeking undergraduate students to join the team as a 4-month co-op hire in January 2027 as a part of our Private Client Services Tax practice. Our Private Client Services Tax Team Our Private Client Services Tax practice assists individuals, estates, and trusts with a wide range of Canadian and U.S. cross border tax compliance and planning needs. We’re looking for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who believes relationships in both business and community have been central to their success to join our growing practice and continue to build their personal brand as a significant trusted business advisor in our community. What You Will Do Participate in a broad range of complex and challenging Canadian and U.S. cross-border tax work, requiring significant analysis, assessment, and quantification. Preparation of Canadian and U.S. individual, gift, estate and trust tax returns for a wide range of clients. Research and analyze a wide variety of Canadian and U.S. and cross-border tax issues. Maintain and manage client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns. Become part of the tax engagement team in servicing the planning and compliance needs of clients What You Bring To The Role You are working towards or have completed a post-secondary undergrad with a major or focus in Accounting/Tax, Business, Finance, Mathematics or a related field. You are highly motivated and enthusiastic to take on a variety of challenges and opportunities. Proven track record of successfully dealing with competing priorities and deadlines under pressure. Excellent written and verbal communication skills allowing effective interaction with our clients and team. Enthusiastic with a desire to learn. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Excel experience is required. Consistent attention to detail and ability to deal with high volume of files. Familiarity with AI‑enabled tools or analytics platforms is considered an asset, along with comfort in leveraging AI to enhance efficiency, generate insights, or support problem‑solving, and a demonstrated interest in how these technologies can be applied in professional settings. KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information The expected base salary range for this position is $49,000 to $60,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here. How To Apply Start your journey and make your mark with KPMG today! Please apply directly to KPMG at Students - KPMG Canada (home.kpmg). 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Prepare Canadian and U.S. individual, gift, estate, and trust tax returns for a diverse client base. Conduct research and analysis on complex cross-border tax issues to support planning and compliance needs.

Candidates should be pursuing or have completed an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Tax, Business, Finance, or Mathematics. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure are required.

• Total Rewards Program

• Time managementPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Canadian Tax Compliance
• U.S. Tax Compliance
• Cross-border Tax Planning
• Tax Return Preparation
• Tax Research
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical Skills
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Time Management
• Attention To Detail
• AI-enabled Tools

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Legal

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable