Tax Intern

Job Description

About KPMG

KPMG is a leading global professional services firm providing audit, tax, and advisory services. They pride themselves on their dynamic team, collaborative culture, and commitment to empowering their employees’ success. KPMG boasts an extensive network of specialists and cutting-edge technology through their Ignition Centers, allowing them to deliver innovative tax solutions. They are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for their employees.
Job Description: Tax Intern (Commercial Japanese Practice)

KPMG is seeking a Tax Intern to join their Commercial Japanese practice within Business Tax Services. This role offers a multifaceted experience with exposure to a wide range of tax services for Japanese-based companies.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting clients with a full spectrum of corporate tax services including compliance, planning, and research.
• Preparing corporate tax returns for Japanese-owned companies operating in the United States.
• Assisting with accounting for income taxes (ASC 740 and IAS 12) reported on financial statements.
• Working within a multi-disciplinary team to provide diverse tax services to Japanese-based companies.
• Building capabilities in key technologies relevant to tax professionals, such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, and Power BI.

Qualifications:

• 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 an equivalent program.
• Preferred degrees/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.
• Bilingual in English and Japanese, with the ability to use both languages effectively in a business environment.
• Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics is preferred.
• Demonstrated strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills, with a flexible and adaptable team player mentality.
• Ability to learn and navigate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, and Power BI.
• Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to client premises as needed.
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship is preferred.

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to develop skills in corporate tax, gain experience working with Japanese-based companies, and explore the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of tax.