Tax Intern

Job Description

About KPMG:

KPMG is a global leader in tax, audit, and advisory services, known for its dynamic teams, collaborative culture, and commitment to innovation. They offer a future-forward environment that empowers employees to succeed. KPMG boasts an extensive network of specialists, cutting-edge technology, and deep industry knowledge through their “Ignition Centers” which contribute to developing innovative tax solutions. The company emphasizes a strong investment in their culture, believing in the importance of fostering a workplace that values its people, future, and principles.

Job Description: Tax Intern – Global Mobility Services

KPMG is seeking a Tax Intern to join their Global Mobility Services practice. This role will provide invaluable experience supporting tax professionals in providing tax compliance and advisory services to multinational companies and their mobile employees.

Responsibilities:

• Tax Compliance & Advisory: Assisting KPMG’s Global Mobility Services tax professionals with tax compliance and advisory services for multinational companies and their mobile employees working across borders internationally (expatriates) or domestically (state-to-state business travelers).
• Collaboration: Working closely with KPMG’s Global Mobility Services team, and supporting tax and HR professionals within multinational companies to manage the tax implications of their global workforce.
• Client Support: Preparing client correspondence and calculations related to international assignment matters, including policy issues, cost projections, tax settlements, and tax reconciliations.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing and tracking expatriate payroll, compensation, benefits, global mobility, and other assignment-related issues.
• Reporting & Compliance: Preparing reports, analyzing data, and tracking global mobility tax compliance status and other assignment-related projects.
• Technology Proficiency: Developing skills in key technologies that enhance client service delivery such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, and Power BI.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Coursework or concentration in Tax, Accounting, International Business, Economics, Human Resources, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.
• Knowledge of expatriate services, global mobility, and taxation.
• Foreign language skills are a plus.
• 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 such as AI, Alteryx, and Power BI.
• Must reside within a commutable distance to the office and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises as needed, with short notice.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship.