Kim C. Bass

Partner, Regions West, US Corporate Tax

KPMG in Canada

Kim has over 17 years of experience working in US corporate tax.  Throughout her career in public accounting, Kim has worked with a wide range of clients in a number of industries, including US real estate investment and development, as well as oil and gas field services and technology. She has extensive experience with various cross-border issues such as assisting clients with entering the US market, overseeing US corporate income and other tax compliance requirements, effectively structuring US investments, and navigating the rules of US withholding tax and the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA). In addition, Kim has supported various US domestic engagements such as due diligence projects, corporate income loss planning, and state nexus studies.

Kim has a passion for improving internal strategies and processes and currently serves as the national learning partner for US corporate tax at KPMG Canada.

  • Masters of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) in US Taxation, University of Washington

  • B.A. in Accounting, University of Washington

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Washington

  • Member of WXN (Woman’s Executive Network) Canada