Tax Intern, Core Tax Services - Summer 2028 (Tampa)

BDO USA•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services uses their educational background and organizational skills to support BDO’s clients by preparing tax returns and extensions under the supervision of experienced Core Tax Services professionals. The internship provides hands-on exposure to the firm’s practices and people, while offering an opportunity to build professional relationships and develop a foundation for a tax career. The intern supports tax compliance, tax accrual, and tax consulting work. Duties include preparing simple tax returns, estimates, and extensions; organizing workpapers and client files; assisting with tax notices and income tax provisions; researching tax matters; and monitoring developments in tax law and client circumstances. The intern is expected to follow firm policies and the BDO Tax Quality Manual and to seek guidance from appropriate supervisors on compliance matters. The position is for Summer 2028 in Tampa. Compensation ranges are listed for specified states and localities; no Tampa-specific salary range is provided.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in accounting or another relevant field.
Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to follow instructions as directed.
Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Seek advice from appropriate superiors regarding compliance-related issues.
Ability to prepare simple tax returns.

Nice To Haves

Pursuing a master’s degree in accounting or another relevant field.
Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Help ensure clients comply with applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens, and ensure the intern and client service teams comply with firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual.
Use the firm’s referencing system and prepare workpapers that tie to tax returns.
Complete tasks and organize files to minimize reviewer rework.
Collect data needed to meet filing requirements.
Take initiative regarding impending due dates and engagement letters.
Use tax software applications to prepare simple tax returns for review.
Perform quarterly estimates and prepare extensions.
Assist with responses to Internal Revenue Service notices.
Assist with projections of year-end filings.
Apply firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48.
Assist with components of income tax provisions.
Assist in developing, recommending, and implementing effective methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by reducing current and future taxes.
Use online research tools to gather relevant tax information.
Monitor tax law and client factual developments regularly, at least bi-weekly.
Develop and communicate viewpoints to client service team personnel about how developments might affect clients.
Perform other duties as required.