Tax Intern, State and Local Tax - Summer 2027… at BDO · Chicago

Summary: BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The Tax Intern, State and Local Tax will be responsible for basic research and analysis of state and local tax (SALT) issues, along with utilization of tax software in the completion of basic tax returns and other tax filings and documents. Responsibilities: - Applies general understanding of knowledge and application of standards to effectively and efficiently deliver quality tax services - Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (“TQM”) - Participates in the preparation, filing and completion of voluntary disclosure agreements for sales and use tax, income tax and unclaimed property - Drafts tax memoranda, and other documents on various tax issues - Assists in drafting responses to notices from state taxing authorities - Prepares models for tax and unclaimed property exposure analysis - Participates in the audit defense of client returns and tax positions - Ensures all data needed to comply with filing requirements is obtained and identifies missing items needed to prepare assigned tax returns - Monitors current tax law changes and applies appropriately to the preparation of assigned tax returns - Manages collection and retention of all appropriate workpapers for assigned clients - Completes basic research on federal and state tax issues - Partners with experienced SALT tax professionals to learn the basics of state tax planning - Participates in client meetings with experienced tax professionals, as appropriate - Establishes relationships with Core Tax Services and other Specialized Tax Services client service professionals - Develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation - Assists in the preparation of tax presentations for client meetings - Utilizes Caseware, Go Systems, and other tax-related software in the completion of basic tax returns with appropriate supervision, as applicable - Other duties as required Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or other relevant field, Juris Doctorate (J.D) program, or Master of Laws (LLM) program, required - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to follow instructions as directed - Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a team - Positive attitude and willingness to learn - Ability to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectively - Basic knowledge of accounting and tax theory - Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance - Ability to prepare simple tax returns as well as drafting other tax related documents Preferred Qualifications: - Leadership experience, preferred - Prior internship or other work experience within an accounting setting or public accounting, preferred - Membership and participation in accounting or finance organizations at the college level, preferred Required Skills: State, Local Tax (SALT), Tax Research, Tax Compliance, Tax Return Preparation, Tax Memoranda Drafting, Tax Exposure Analysis, Audit Defense, Microsoft Office Suite, Caseware, Go Systems, Basic Accounting Knowledge, Tax Theory, Follow Instructions, Multi-task, Willingness to Learn Internship Start Date: Start in 2027 Summer Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexibility and opportunities for advancement