Garvey Schubert Barer - State and Local Tax Associate

Seattle, Washington/Portland, Oregon - State and Local Tax Associate

Garvey Schubert Barer, with offices in Portland, Seattle, Anchorage, Washington D.C., New York and Beijing, seeks an associate for its growing state and local tax practice. This opening is in either the Seattle or Portland office, with a preference for the Seattle office. Our state and local tax practice includes excise and property tax matters in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. We litigate tax appeals and advise businesses in transactions and planning. This position requires a strong interest in and commitment to specializing in state and local taxes in the Pacific Northwest. As an associate in our state and local tax practice, you will be an integral member of our group and receive mentorship from seasoned professionals. Applicants must have a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, strong academic credentials, outstanding writing and analytical skills, the ability to work in a collaborative team environment, and a commitment to excellence.

GSB is committed to diversity and encourages all people to apply. GSB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and writing sample to Recruiting Coordinator, Garvey Schubert Barer, 1191 Second Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98101; or via email at careersSEA@gsblaw.com.

KPMG International Tax Associate Job Posting

Practice: ICS Associate

Full-time Associate

Location: Seattle

KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm (www.kpmg.com/us), is the U.S. member firm of KPMG International Cooperative ("KPMG International").  KPMG International’s member firms have 145,000 professionals, including more than 8,000 partners, in 152 countries.

Become part of a team of more than 22,000 tax professionals in KPMG’s global network, who work collaboratively with clients and colleagues in a way that we believe is different from other organizations. Drawing on the experience of our people and multi-disciplinary approach, we are able to help our firms’ clients to think beyond the present, see beyond borders and achieve long-lasting success.

At KPMG Tax you can look forward to a broad and exciting career, anchored by the concept and value of what we term ‘the modern tax professional’. You’ll be immersed in a global culture of learning, supported by some of the best training in the industry, giving you the skills and technical knowledge to succeed in this new world of tax. You’ll enjoy collaboration with a team of committed and dynamic colleagues, and be mentored by some of the leading minds in the profession, committed to your personal growth, in the organization and as a tax professional.

Our focus on global experiences means opportunities for international assignments and sharing knowledge across borders. Most of all, you’ll have every opportunity to make a genuine difference in our firms’ clients’ businesses and our organization.

We believe what makes KPMG Tax different is “people thinking beyond”. It’s why people work here.

Visit the KPMG Tax website to learn more about our services.

http://www.kpmg.com/us/en/services/tax/pages/default.aspx

Responsibilities:

·        Handle Outbound Transactional Structuring, Subpart F, and Inbound Transactional Structuring

·        Work with Check the Box Principles

·        Perform U.S. Tax Treaty Research

·        Assist with Repatriation planning, Intellectual and Intangible Property planning, Hybrid Debt structures, FSC (Foreign Sales Corporation)/EIE (Extraterritorial Income Exclusion), Foreign Tax Credit planning, and International Mergers and Acquisitions

 Qualifications:

·        Master of Taxation, JD degree, and/or LLM degree with a concentration in tax from an accredited college/university

·        Effective communication, leadership and time management skills

·        Strong technical ability to help meet our business objectives

·        Able to work as a member of a team and strive for personal effectiveness and professionalism to maintain excellent client service

·        Substantial coursework in Corporate International Tax

·        Passion for corporate international tax

·        Strong planning and research skills

·        Previous experience with several common international tax planning areas

·        Targeted graduation dates from December 2013 through Summer 2014

Application Process:

1.      All of the following steps must be completed by end of business on Friday, January 17, for an application to be considered.  No partial applications will be reviewed.

2.      Please complete one of the following electronic applications and submit the below materials (a & b below) electronically through our system:

                                  i.            for the International Tax Associate (http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25285&siteid=5357&AReq=3954BR) or,

                                ii.            for the State & Local Tax (SALT) Associate (http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25285&siteid=5357&AReq=3944BR)

a.      Current Resume

b.      Electronic copies of all transcripts including first quarter of LLM.  Unofficial copies are acceptable.

3.      If the candidates have any questions, they can contact me directly (mabston@kpmg.com).

KPMG State and Local Tax Associate Job Posting

Practice: SALT Associate

Full-time Associate
Location: Seattle

KPMG LLP, the audit, tax and advisory firm (www.kpmg.com/us), is the U.S. member firm of KPMG International Cooperative ("KPMG International").  KPMG International’s member firms have 145,000 professionals, including more than 8,000 partners, in 152 countries.

Become part of a team of more than 22,000 tax professionals in KPMG’s global network, who work collaboratively with clients and colleagues in a way that we believe is different from other organizations. Drawing on the experience of our people and multi-disciplinary approach, we are able to help our firms’ clients to think beyond the present, see beyond borders and achieve long-lasting success.

At KPMG Tax you can look forward to a broad and exciting career, anchored by the concept and value of what we term ‘the modern tax professional’. You’ll be immersed in a global culture of learning, supported by some of the best training in the industry, giving you the skills and technical knowledge to succeed in this new world of tax. You’ll enjoy collaboration with a team of committed and dynamic colleagues, and be mentored by some of the leading minds in the profession, committed to your personal growth, in the organization and as a tax professional.

Our focus on global experiences means opportunities for international assignments and sharing knowledge across borders. Most of all, you’ll have every opportunity to make a genuine difference in our firms’ clients’ businesses and our organization.

We believe what makes KPMG Tax different is “people thinking beyond”. It’s why people work here.

Visit the KPMG Tax website to learn more about our services. http://www.kpmg.com/us/en/services/tax/pages/default.aspx

Responsibilities:

·        Assist clients in tax planning for businesses, including identifying and developing tax savings opportunities (income/franchise, payroll/unemployment, sales/use) that arise from legal entity changes and in designing specific plans to help a business address its state and local tax matters

·        Analyze the state and local tax ramifications of various transactions, including mergers and acquisitions; or assisting clients with identifying and negotiating business incentives and credits available to an organization

·        Stay current on state legislative, judicial, and administrative developments

·        Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax issues including compliance, advising, planning, and controversies

·        Help clients with tax issues related to income and franchise taxes

·        Prepare and/or review state income tax estimated payments, extensions and tax returns; working primarily at the client’s office

·        Assist in handling notices received from state tax authorities

·        Research and draft technical memoranda related to compliance issues

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, Master of Taxation, JD degree with a Bachelor of Accountancy, and/or LLM degree with a concentration in tax from an accredited college/university

·        Effective communication, leadership and time management skills

·        Strong technical ability to help meet business objectives

·        Able to work as a member of a team and strive for personal effectiveness and professionalism to maintain excellent client service

·        Excellent writing, communication, and tax research skills are essential

·        Demonstrated ability to perform in a high-energy team environment

·        Targeted graduation dates from December 2013 through Summer 2014

Application Process:

1.      All of the following steps must be completed by end of business on Friday, January 17, for an application to be considered.  No partial applications will be reviewed.

2.      Please complete one of the following electronic applications and submit the below materials (a & b below) electronically through our system:

                                  i.            for the International Tax Associate (http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25285&siteid=5357&AReq=3954BR) or,

                                ii.            for the State & Local Tax (SALT) Associate (http://jobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25285&siteid=5357&AReq=3944BR)

a.      Current Resume

b.      Electronic copies of all transcripts including first quarter of LLM.  Unofficial copies are acceptable.

3.      If the candidates have any questions, they can contact me directly (mabston@kpmg.com).

How to Start Your Own Practice Class - Thursday, December 5

The Center for Professional and Leadership Development will be offering a half-day class on how to start your own practice, which will include practical tips and information for the new practitioner.  This is a very useful course even if you do not intend to start your own practice after graduation.  Mr. Mark Johnson, who has litigated legal malpractice claims and is a past President of the Washington State Bar Association,  will be presenting on ethical issues and risk management.  He will address common ethical problems which arise for lawyers, and how to avoid potential legal malpractice.  There will also be speakers who will provide a practical checklist for the new practitioner and a panel of solo practitioners who were successful in starting their own practice. The course is open to all students, LLMs, and alumni.

When:  Thursday, December 5

                12:30 – 5:15, followed by a reception

Where:  Room 117

Students should RSVP through Symplicity.  Alumni should RSVP to Anna Van Pelt at buzardac@uw.edu.

West Coast International LL.M. Job Fair

West Coast International LL.M. Job Fair Registration -- open until December 3, 2013

Students currently enrolled in an LL.M. program at the University of Washington School of Law are invited to participate in the annual West Coast International LL.M. Job Fair. The Job Fair will be held on the UCLA campus on Friday, February 21, 2014.  Registration to participate in the program is now open.

Getting Started:  Review the UCLA West Coast LL.M. Job Fair webpage for general information about the program. Next, select “2014 Symplicity User Instructions for Students” for details on registration, uploading documents, and bidding for employers.  Review the “2014 West Coast LL.M. Job Fair Calendar” to note important dates and avoid missing deadlines.  Also read through the “Frequently Asked Questions--Students” for details about the process.

Register using your UW email address.  This allows coordinators of the Job Fair to more efficiently track and assist students from the UW School of Law.

Before logging on, confirm you are using the Symplicity site designed exclusively for the West Coast LL.M. Job Fair.  UCLA uses Symplicity to manage the Job Fair, but it is not the same web site used by the Center for Professional and Leadership Development to post jobs, advertise events and schedule on-campus interviews. 

Use the correct password.  Though your login (email) address will be the same for both Symplicity sites, assigned passwords will be different.  After your registration has been approved, you may change your Job Fair password to match the UW site when you log in to complete your registration.  

 

For example:

West Coast International LL.M. Job Fair website on Symplicity

https://law-westcoastllm-csm.symplicity.com/students

Login:  husky@uw.edu

Password:  XYZ

Center for Professional and Leadership Development website on Symplicity

https://law-uwashington-csm.symplicity.com/students

Login: husky@uw.edu

Password:  ABC

Career Workshop - November 22, 2013

SAVE THE DATE:  Friday, November 22, 10:30 – Noon, Room 133

Colleen Yamaguchi, a Leadership & Professional Development Coach and Consultant, and an attorney who was a partner at two large global law firms and an in-house counsel, will offer an interactive training session to our LL.M. and Ph.D. students on Friday, November 22, from 10:30 – Noon in Room 133.

Colleen practiced law, working on international transactions, for over 20 years. She draws on this extensive experience working with and leading teams of lawyers across the continents, in addition to her professional coaching certification. 

 Colleen has been coaching lawyers and other professionals since 2007.  She is experienced in effectively communicating across cultures, styles, gender and functions. Whether coaching individuals, facilitating groups or creating leadership programs, Colleen addresses relevant issues and connects personally, using creativity, challenging perspectives and humor.

This is an opportunity not to be missed!!  Come to LEARN and to Interact with this exceptional speaker we are bringing to school for your benefit. 

Director's Lunch - December 5, 2013

The second Director's lunch of the year will be held on Thursday, December 5 at 12:30 p.m.  Cameron Wiebe, one of our alums who works at Amazon.com, will be the guest practitioner.  Space is limited, so if you would like to attend, please let me know as soon as possible.

KPMG Information Session - November 18, 2013

KPMG will be hosting an information session for their International Corporate Services group on Monday, November 18 at 1 p.m. in room 115A-C.  This is a wonderful opportunity to meet some of their professionals and to find out what they do.

The FBA Section on Taxation would like to announce the…

2014 Donald C. Alexander Writing Competition

 

Requirements are as follows:

·       Full and part-time J.D. and LL.M. students are eligible.

·       Any original paper concerning federal taxation between 20-50 double spaced pages is welcome.

·       Seminar papers and articles submitted (but not yet selected for publication) to law reviews, journals, or other competitions are eligible.

Winning authors receive $2000 (first place) or $1000 (second place) and a trip to the FBA’s Annual Tax Law Conference in Washington, D.C. The winning entries may be published in the Tax Section newsletter the Report or in

The Federal Lawyer.

Deadline is January 6, 2014 

Entries may be submitted by email to Sherwin Valerio at svalerio@fedbar.org or by mail to:

Federal Bar Association Section on Taxation

Attn: Donald C. Alexander Tax Law Writing Competition

1220 N. Fillmore Str. Suite 444

Arlington, VA 22201

 

 

For more information, see www.fedbar.org.

 

 

Tax Director's Lunch

All of the spots for next week's Director's lunch have been filled.  I will let post the next date as soon as it is scheduled.

Career Workshop Today - October 23, 2013

We have arranged for a special outside Professional Development Coach, Amy Kosterlitz, J.D., P.C.C. to make this presentation to you today at 12:30 p.m. in room 115. 

Amy has over 30 years of experience in the Seattle legal community. She was a senior partner and member of the Executive Committee at the Seattle firm, Gordon Derr.   She will show you how to assess your strengths and skill and articulate your value to employers. She will help you learn how to craft a compelling story and use that in a cover letter.  She has worksheets which will help you figure out your sweet spot and focus in on what you have to offer. Finally, there will be a short section on dealing with networking aversion. 

WSBA Taxation Section Writing Contest

The WSBA Taxation Section will award $1,000 to up to three Washington state law students and/or WSBA Taxation Section members whose newsletter article submission is chosen for publication in the Taxation Section newsletter. 

 

The Taxation Section newsletter seeks to publish current, relevant tax topic articles of approximately 10–15 pages in length in Word format, double-spaced. The Taxation Section members have varied practices and many areas of tax law are relevant, including state and local tax, international tax, transactional tax, estate and gift tax, tax controversy, etc.

 

The first submissions are due Nov. 15; the second submissions are due Jan. 15; and the third submissions are due March 15. Each Nov. 15 submission, except for the winner, will be included for consideration in the following two submission deadlines; and each Jan. 15 submission, except for the winner, will also be considered with the March 15 submissions. Only one article will be chosen with each submission deadline, and each person may only win one prize. All WSBA Taxation Section Tax Council members are excluded from participation in the contest. A Taxation Section Newsletter Committee comprised of volunteer Tax Council members that do not have a conflict with any participant (or participant’s law firm or school) will review the submissions and make a recommendation for the Tax Council’s final vote. Any Tax Council member who knows or has any relationship with any person making a submission will be excluded from committee review and voting. The Committee will choose the best written article with the broadest appeal and with consideration of current relevance.

 

All submissions and questions may be sent via email to the WSBA Taxation Section newsletter editor, Jennifer A. Gellner, atjennifer@gellnertaxlaw.com. Each participant must disclose if the article for submission has been published in any form prior to submission for the contest, which does not disqualify the submission, but will be considered by the Committee.

 

Please note: each person whose article is selected for publication and a $1,000 prize will have to provide a completed Form W-9 before the prize can be awarded.
   

LL.M. Job Search Strategies Workshop - Part 2: Friday, October 18

Join coaches from the Center for Professional & Leadership Development this Friday at 3:30 p.m. in room 117 to hone your skills in networking, online job searches, interviewing, and writing cover letters.  If you are unable to join us, the session will be recorded and made available on the LL.M. page of the CPLD website.  You must attend both Part 1 and Part 2 (or watch the session) before meeting with a coach one-on-one. 

Director's Lunches

Tax Program Director Scott Schumacher will be hosting a series of lunches, each limited to 10 students, throughout the academic year, the first one of which will be held on Tuesday, October 29 at 12:30 pm in room 441.  Adjunct faculty member Chris Brown, an attorney with Summit Law Group, will also be there.  If you would like to attend, please email me (hla3@uw.edu).  Attendance is on a first come, first served basis. 

Job Search Workshop - October 23 at 12:30 p.m.

On Wednesday, October 23, Amy Kosterlitz, Professional Career Coach, will be conducting a workshop for the LL.M. students on job search strategies.  I hope you will be able to take advantage of this opportunity.  It begins at 12:30 p.m. in room 115.

Estate Planning Seminar Scholarships Awarded

Thank you to everyone who submitted their name for the John Price Scholarship for the Estate Planning Seminar. The three students who were awarded the John Price Scholarship have been notified.

Rural Alaska Tax Assistance Program

The Rural Alaska Tax Assistance Program is a tax preparation and counseling volunteer program that culminates in a nine day service trip to remote Alaskan villages in late February to provide tax advice, counseling, and preparation services to local residents and fisherman. Up to two credits are available to students. The Program is a collaborative effort between the UW School of Law and the Alaska Business Development Center (ABDC). The Graduate Program in Taxation will provide required in-class instruction on the tax preparation certification, called “VITA certification.” The law school funds the volunteers’ flight from Seattle to Anchorage and ABDC provides for travel to rural villages, as well as further training and all the equipment necessary to provide tax preparation assistance.  ABDC is an Alaskan non-profit devoted to helping meet the business needs of people in rural Alaska.

To participate you must commit to 4-6 hours per week in December, January, and February, as well as the 10-day trip from February 14-23 (because of the President's Day holiday and leaving late on Friday, you will only miss four days of class.) Also you must be willing to fly in small bush planes, sleep on the floor, and prepare your own food in remote Alaska in frigid February conditions.  It is a great opportunity but not for the faint of heart.

Applications can be downloaded here: http://goo.gl/LpfQgK (note: UW Law students do not need to submit a letter of recommendation).

Questions can be directed to Wes Kovarik at weskovarik@gmail.com.

Please submit applications to Wes by Monday, October 14.

 

 

 

LL.M. Career Presentation

The recording of last Friday's LL.M. career presentation is now online, along with the slides from the presentation.  The link is on hte LL.M. page of the CPLD website.  It will expire in 90days, so please listen and watch it sooner rather than later.

PwC Core Tax Intern Summer 2014 - San Jose Office

Unlike the previous PwC Intern Position requirements, the San Jose office will consider applicants from those who have a business background; they do not require an accounting degree. Please note that the application deadline for the San Jose position is October 11, 2013.

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading firm that services clients that include the Fortune 500, and will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If you are, then PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (www.pwc.com/us) is the firm for you. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC US) helps clients meet the challenges and opportunities of the US marketplace in the areas of assurance, tax, and advisory. We offer the advantage of being part of a global network of firms combined with detailed knowledge of local, state and US national issues. More than 169,000 people in over 158 countries across the PwC network are committed to deliver quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. People across the PwC network share knowledge, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and deliver practical advice.

At PwC US, you will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. We offer a flexible career progression model that allows for a variety of challenging opportunities throughout your career. We provide unparalleled coaching, mentoring, and career development programs; global opportunities; and state of the art technology-driven methodologies to help you provide quality service to our clients.

The PwC network is a global market leader in tax services. We assist businesses, individuals, and organizations with tax strategy, planning, and compliance, while also delivering a wide range of business advisory services. With over 23,000 tax professionals, this means that the PwC network can support our clients both locally and globally. We have experience working with an expansive and diverse client-base, which comprises all types of businesses--multinationals, local companies, privately-owned organizations, entrepreneurs, family businesses, trusts, partnerships, and private individuals.

Job Description
As a Tax professional, no two days are the same. The challenges you will face will change continually, and the solutions you devise will be critical to the success of the business. In order to succeed, you need to be creative and analytical; dynamic and collaborative; a strategic thinker and possess a consistent passion to learn. This is Tax at PricewaterhouseCoopers. And we invite you to become a part of it.
Job Duties

Play a role as an intern in PwC's core tax practice, as they provide services to clients.

Participate in select phases of tax compliance engagements.

Participate in select projects; demonstrate creative thinking and individual initiative.

Contribute to collaborative teamwork, through working effectively as a team member: understanding personal and team roles; contributing to a positive working environment by building solid relationships with team members; proactively seeking guidance, clarification and feedback.

Flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks; and communicating potential conflicts to a supervisor.

Job Requirements

A desire to pursue a career in Tax.

Ability to interact with various levels of client and firm management through both written and verbal communications.

Demonstrated self-motivation and has a desire to take responsibility for personal growth and career development.

Commitment to become credentialed with appropriate primary credentials, which include CPA, JD, or Enrolled Agent certification/license (may vary by practice).

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, you must:

-      Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

-      Have a graduation date between December 2014 and August 2015

-      Business related undergraduate degrees are preferred.  Plan to be CPA eligibility upon graduation encouraged, but not required.

To apply, please complete the following steps:

1)       Submit your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts to Heather Alhadeff at hla3@u.washington.edu, AND

2)      Click on the following job-specific link to submit your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts to PwC's online system: https://sjobs.brassring.com/en/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25163&siteid=5277&AReq=47785BR&Codes=

NOTE: The deadline to apply for this San Jose only position is Friday, October 11^th.   

For all questions, please feel free to reach out to Courtney Packard at courtney.c.packard@us.pwc.com.