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Tax Intern Core Tax Services

BDO USA, LLP

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Compensation
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Location
MILWAUKEE, WI
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Internship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services, prepares returns and extensions under the supervision of experienced tax professionals. The role supports tax compliance, tax accruals, and tax consulting, while providing hands-on exposure to the firm’s practices and client service work. Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in accounting or another relevant field; a master’s program and leadership experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tax Return PreparationTax ComplianceTax AccrualsTax ConsultingMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationFollowing Instructions

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or Relevant FieldMaster's in Accounting or Relevant FieldLeadership ExperiencePursuing CPA Credits

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary: BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services will be responsible for utilizing their educational background as well as organizational skills in the service of firm's client base through the preparation of returns and extensions under the supervision of more experienced Core Tax Services professionals. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm's practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career. Job Duties: Tax Compliance Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual ("TQM") Effectively uses referencing system and workpapers that ties to the return Completes tasks and organizes file to minimize rework by reviewer Ensures data is collected to comply with filing requirements Takes initiative on impending due dates/engagement letters Works with tax software applications to complete simple tax returns for review Performs quarterly estimates and prepares extensions Assists with responses to notices from the Internal Revenue Service Assists in the projection of year-end filings ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48 Assists with components of income tax provisions Tax Consulting Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxes Operates online research tools to gather pertinent tax information Monitors tax law and client factual developments on a regular basis, daily or weekly but at least bi-weekly Develops and communicates to client service team personnel, viewpoints regarding how those developments might affect clients Other duties as required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education: Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting or other relevant field required Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting or other relevant field preferred Experience: Leadership experience preferred License/Certifications: Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to follow instructions as... For full info follow application link. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/CB0ABBD1677642F1

How this job compares

Set against the 248 open Tax Intern jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$30–35/hr133 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 26 open Tax Intern jobs in Wisconsin and 248 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Education
95 of the 248 open Tax Intern jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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