Equity & Rewards - Summer Intern

Vialto Partners•New York, NY

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Equity Compensation & Employment Tax Summer Intern will support Vialto’s clients with expert tax guidance on Global Equity programs, including the review, implementation, and maintenance of such programs as well as helping to solve complex employment tax issues in order to ensure clients are in compliance with tax obligations. The role focuses on ensuring corporate compliance, providing technical tax support, and leveraging tax technology solutions for efficient handling of equity compensation and long-term incentive (LTI) plans for internationally mobile employees.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
Basic understanding of accounting principles, equity compensation, and tax concepts.
Ability to analyze and interpret data, perform calculations, and understand financial/tax implications.
Willingness to conduct research on equity compensation plans, employment tax regulations, and related topics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information effectively to team members and stakeholders.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks and projects.
Commitment to the internship period with full-time availability.

Responsibilities

Support client engagements to ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment taxes, US and global equity compensation, and payroll processes
Provide tax guidance on Global Equity programs, assisting with review, implementation, and ongoing maintenance.
Manage employment tax audits, review of tax notices, reconcile tax accounts, and coordinate with tax agencies on complex client matters
Collaborate with internal and external partners to refine processes and address global tax compliance challenges associated with equity compensation plans and long-term incentive compensation.
Support global tax compliance strategies and solutions for employer reporting and withholding on employee compensation, particularly for internationally mobile individuals.
Assist with tax compliance needs including review and reconciliation of large data files, preparation of tax calculations, and filing of tax returns
Understand comprehensive tax due diligence, accurate cross-border LTI calculations, and the effective use of technology for tax-related tasks.
Learn how to educate clients and employees about LTI programs, including plan mechanics and associated tax implications.
Review and enhance internal tax compliance processes, championing the adoption of tax technology solutions.
Understand guidance on international aspects of equity-based compensation, including payroll tax reporting, corporate tax deductions, exchange controls, M&A implications, and compliance.
Collaborate across various service lines to streamline processes and promote internal efficiencies, such as in tax return preparation.