Job Title: State and Local Tax (SALT) Intern
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide tax consulting services specific to state and local taxes, including income, franchise, sales and use, gross receipts, and personal property taxes.
- Prepare state and local income and franchise tax returns.
- Write internal and external tax alerts on current tax developments and emerging planning techniques.
- Research complex tax issues and provide conclusions through written technical memorandums or verbal communication.
- Develop meaningful interactions with staff at all levels and with clients.
- Deepen knowledge in state and local tax as well as other taxes, including federal tax.
- Participate in various training programs to enhance knowledge of taxes.
Education and Experience Information:
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a master's degree in accounting or tax.
- Completed the first two entry-level accounting courses and at a minimum, currently enrolled in the first intermediate level accounting course.
- Academic success with a minimum cumulative GPA of .
- Must be pursuing a LLM, JD, or CPA license.
Salary Information:
- Colorado Hourly base range: $36 to $36
- Illinois Hourly base range: $36 to $36
Additional Information:
This is a non-exempt position and may require work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week. The position may require some local, national, and occasional international travel. The company offers a robust benefits package, eligibility for which varies based on the number of hours worked per week. Benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, effective on the first of the month following the start date. Additional benefits include Flexible Time Off, a 401(k) plan, flexible benefits plans, and business-related travel expense reimbursement. A discretionary bonus plan is available for eligible staff. Interns and Contractors have the option to elect health insurance under a contingent staff medical plan after 60 days of employment, in addition to limited paid sick time. Seasonal staff are not eligible for benefits.
Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using the company's applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of interest, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, except for qualified candidates who are bilingual in either Japanese and English or Chinese and English. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed in an inclusive environment.
