Assistant Manager/ Tax Consultant, Individual Tax, People Services (MJ005681)

KPMG China provides multidisciplinary services from audit and tax to advisory, with a strong focus on serving our clients’ needs and their industries. Not only do we have an overriding commitment to provide the highest quality services for our clients, but we also strive to become a responsible corporate citizen that has a positive impact on our environment and community. At KPMG, you’ll translate insights into action and reveal opportunities for all—our teams, our clients and our world.

Service Line Overview

KPMG's People Services team provides compensation and employment related advice and insights to clients that help organisations attract, engage and retain their key executives and broader workforce, with a particular focus on internationally mobile employees.

Our service covers the development of policies and related remuneration packages, cross-border solutions between Hong Kong and other jurisdictions, reviews of international assignment programmes, pensions, tax, human resources advice, completion of tax returns (for PRC and Hong Kong) for assignees and advanced technology-based solutions. The People Services portfolio ranges from large multinational companies to local start-ups.

We are now seeking high-calibre tax professionals support the continued growth of our People Services team in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will bring a commercial and analytical mind and have solid advisory skills. Knowledge of the Hong Kong tax system is essential. Knowledge of Mainland China is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Technical Work

• Apply a solid understanding of relevant tax legislation (e.g. Hong Kong / US / other local and international rules) to client situations.
• Prepare individual / expatriate tax returns and related calculations and begin reviewing straightforward or routine cases under supervision.
• Assist with tax equalisation / protection calculations, gross‑up workings and other assignment‑related computations.
• Draft responses and supporting documentation for tax authority enquiries in an effective and timely manner, with review from senior team members.

Client Service & Coordination

• Interact and coordinate with clients, HR/Global Mobility teams, payroll, Finance and overseas offices within the firm’s global network.
• Gather data and documentation, resolve routine queries and support the completion of tax returns and ad hoc projects.
• Provide clear and professional communication (emails, calls, briefings) to explain information requirements, timelines and basic tax positions.

Technical & Business Awareness

• Regularly expand technical knowledge of applicable tax rules (e.g. salary tax / individual income tax, double‑tax treaties, social security and pensions).
• Stay up to date with key developments affecting mobile employees, including changes in tax legislation, tax authority practice and common mobility policies.
• Use knowledge of relevant non‑tax legal, financial and business information (e.g. employment contracts, assignment letters, compensation and equity summaries, mobility policies) to correctly interpret data and flag potential issues to senior team members.

Supervision & Engagement Support

• Supervise and review the work of junior staff on compliance tasks, providing clear instructions, basic coaching and constructive feedback.
• Support engagement management basics, including tracking deliverables and deadlines, maintaining accurate records (trackers, workflow tools, client portals) and assisting with fee estimates and billing information.

Advanced / Developmental Responsibilities

(Depending on experience and progression within the role)

• Work with clients and HR/Global Mobility teams to implement tax‑efficient and compliant solutions that address their business and mobility needs (e.g. assignment structures, commuter arrangements, short‑term business travel).
• Contribute ideas to tax planning and policy discussions led by Managers / Senior Managers.
• Help identify risk areas and opportunities arising from complex equity plans, cross‑border employment arrangements, social security and pension issues.
• Take increasing ownership of handling tax authority enquiries and audits, coordinating information from multiple stakeholders and updating seniors on case progress and risks.
• Contribute to engagement and client relationship management, including monitoring WIP, supporting budgeting and fee discussions, and identifying opportunities for additional services (e.g. policy review, tax briefings, business traveller compliance).

Experience & Background

• Degree holder with a professional qualification (tax, legal or accounting)
• 1-5 year's individual tax experience in a professional firm
• Experience in handling complex technical issues concerning employee remuneration e.g., equity plans, dual contracts, pensions
• Strong communication and presentation skills with an excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Possess good client relationship skills
• Well-organized with ability to meet multiple deadlines and work under pressure
• Self-starter and good team player

About KPMG

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