Associate Director, Functional Practice Operations

Requisition Number: 119422 - 75Description:Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking an Associate Director, Functional Practice Operations to join our Business Tax Services organization.Responsibilities:• Take accountability for optimizing and standardizing all aspects of the tax practice including functions and resources responsible for processing, billing, Project Management Office (PMO), go-to-market, Engagement Setup Administrators (ESA's), and resource management• Oversee one business process support team (ESA); manage the workload of team, prepare and deliver performance reviews, develop training plans as needed based on performance, and encourage professional development opportunities; provide collaborative opportunities for teaming• Make recommendations to leadership regarding strategic operational changes that can influence achievement of objectives; execute coordinated tactical action plans; participate on cross-functional national task forces and work streams as opportunities are presented• Apply a tactical focus, with one business process support team as direct reports such as ESA or other resources as appropriate; provide leadership on execution to infrastructure groups, and make recommendations for strategic vision of standardized processes for the Tax practice• Provide communications support, including but not limited to drafting emails, reports, memos, internal presentations; collaborate with the Tax Operations senior team supporting day-to-day operations management• Liaise directly with all levels of the organization, whether developing relationships with engagement teams throughout the organization or teaming with Business Unit and Service Line leaders, as well as Business Process Group (BPG) professionalsQualifications:• Minimum seven years of recent experience in one or more business related areas including finance, human resources, resource management, or general business operations• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in accounting, business administration, finance, human resources, other related field, or sufficient work experience that demonstrates capabilities and prior knowledge• Prior experience as a direct supervisor for a staff consisting of different professional levels, as well as experience or involvement in the Tax Engagement Setup Process• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and strategic advice to executive level management across all practice operational areas• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and negotiating skills requiredKPMG 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, the firm 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 the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide 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=4382_9_24KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-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 the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).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.