Job Summary:BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The Core Tax Services Intern will be responsible for utilizing his / her educational background as well as organizational skills in the service of firm's client base through the preparation of returns and extensions under the supervision of more experienced Core Tax Services professionals. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm's practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.Job Duties:Tax ComplianceEnsures 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")Effectively uses referencing system and workpapers that ties to the returnCompletes tasks and organizes file to minimize rework by reviewerEnsures data is collected to comply with filing requirementsTakes initiative on impending due dates/engagement lettersWorks with tax software applications to complete simple tax returns for reviewPerforms quarterly estimates and prepares extensionsAssists with responses to notices from the Internal Revenue ServiceAssists in the projection of year-end filingsASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax AccrualsCorrectly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48Assists with components of income tax provisionsTax ConsultingAssists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxesOperates online research tools to gather pertinent tax informationMonitors tax law and client factual developments on a regular basis, daily or weekly but at least bi-weeklyDevelops and communicates to client service team personnel, viewpoints regarding how those developments might affect clientsOther duties as requiredQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting or other relevant field requiredPursuing a masters degree in Accounting or other relevant field preferredExperience:Leadership experience preferredLicense/Certifications:Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPASoftware:Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPointOther Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to follow instructions as directedAbility to work effectively in a team settingPositive attitude and willingness to learnSeeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to complianceAbility to prepare simple tax returnsIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.California Range: $31.00/hr - $39.00/hrColorado Range: $22.00/hr - $30.00/hrNew York City/ Valhalla Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hrWashington Range: $31.00/hr - $36.00/hrAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.