Tax Intern
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About KPMG:
KPMG is a leading global tax firm with a dynamic and collaborative work environment. They emphasize a forward-thinking culture designed to empower employee success. KPMG boasts an extensive network of specialists and access to Ignition Centers, which combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies like AI, Alteryx, and Power BI to develop innovative tax solutions. The firm is committed to investing in its culture, viewing it as crucial to its people, future, and overall values.
Job Description: Tax Intern (Commercial Japanese Practice)
KPMG is seeking a Tax Intern for its Commercial Japanese practice within Business Tax Services. This internship offers the opportunity to work with a multi-disciplinary team serving Japanese-based companies. The responsibilities are multifaceted and include:
• Client Advising: Assisting in providing a full range of corporate tax services to clients, including compliance, planning, and research.
• Tax Return Preparation: Helping prepare corporate tax returns for Japanese-owned companies operating in the United States.
• Accounting for Income Taxes: Assisting with accounting for income taxes in accordance with ASC 740 and IAS 12, as reported on financial statements.
• Teamwork: Collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver comprehensive tax services to Japanese clients.
• Technology Development: Building skills in key technologies used in client service delivery, such as AI, Alteryx, and Power BI.
Qualifications:
• Education: Must be currently 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, or engineering (financial, industrial, or systems), or an equivalent program.
• Preferred Education: Accounting and taxation degrees are preferred. Progress towards CPA licensure in the relevant state is also preferred (completion of academic credits required before starting as a Tax Associate).
• GPA: A preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Japanese, with the ability to utilize both languages effectively in a business setting.
• Technical Skills: Coursework or a minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics is preferred. Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) is required.
• Soft Skills: Demonstrated commitment to quality service, strong technical aptitude, critical thinking skills, excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills. The ideal candidate is a flexible and adaptable team player, resourceful in delivering high-quality work. Ability to learn and navigate new technologies is essential.
• Location & Travel: Must reside within a commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to client sites as needed, sometimes with short notice. Personal transportation is required.
• Authorization: Authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring employment-based visa sponsorship is preferred.
