Tax Seasonal Intern

Job Description

KPMG – Tax Seasonal Intern – State & Local Tax

About KPMG:

KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. They are recognized as one of the world’s top tax firms, with a collaborative and future-forward culture focused on empowering employees.

KPMG offers a robust network of specialists, access to “Ignition Centers” where deep industry knowledge meets cutting-edge technology, and diverse teams supporting high-profile clients facing complex business challenges. They prioritize investing in their culture, recognizing that it’s key to their people, future, and firm values.

Job Description – Tax Seasonal Intern – State & Local Tax:

KPMG is seeking a Tax Seasonal Intern to join their State & Local Tax practice. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a team of tax professionals while gaining valuable experience in the field.

Responsibilities:

• Tax Planning: Assist team members in developing tax savings opportunities (income/franchise, sales/use) arising from legal entity changes. Design specific plans to address state and local tax matters for businesses.
• Transaction Analysis: Analyze state and local tax ramifications of various transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. Assist clients in identifying and negotiating business incentives and available credits.
• State Tax Compliance: Stay updated on state legislative, judicial, and administrative developments. Assist multi-state companies with compliance, advising, planning, and controversy management related to state and local taxes.
• Income & Franchise Tax: Assist with tax issues related to income and franchise taxes, as well as sale, use, and property taxes. Prepare and/or review state income tax estimated payments, extensions, and tax returns.
• Tax Notices: Assist in addressing notices received from state tax authorities. Conduct research and draft technical memoranda related to compliance issues.
• Technology Development: Build capabilities in key technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, and Power BI to support client service delivery.

Qualifications:

• Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, taxation, mathematics, economics, information technology, data and analytics, engineering (financial, industrial, or systems), or a comparable program.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree and/or areas of study: Accounting and Taxation
• Pursuing educational requirements for CPA licensure in the state where the office is located.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Skills:
• Strong tax research skills.
• Demonstrated quality service mindset.
• Strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Flexible and adaptable team player with a resourceful approach to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to learn and navigate technologies like AI, Alteryx, and Power BI.
• Location: Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to work locations using own transportation (personal vehicle or public transport).
• Travel: Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, potentially with short notice.
• Visa: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without needing employment-based visa sponsorship. KPMG does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visas for this role.

Compensation and Benefits:

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary based on skills, experience, and location.
• Medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits.
• Personal Time Off based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Firmwide breaks around the year-end and July 4th holiday.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.