Interns will assist with state and local tax controversies, including preparing for audits and hearings. They will also research technical tax issues and identify tax savings opportunities for clients.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics with a minimum 2.8 GPA. Applicants should possess strong problem-solving skills and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Key skills
AccountingTax researchData analysisProblem solvingCommunicationMicrosoft OfficeTechnical writingClient serviceTax controversyAttention to detail
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Ryan, an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. With global headquarters in Plano, Texas, the Firm provides an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services on a multijurisdictional basis, including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services. Empowered by the dynamic myRyan work environment, which is widely recognized as the most innovative in the tax services industry, Ryan’s multidisciplinary team of more than 7,100 professionals and associates serves over 74,000 clients in more than 80 countries, including many of the world’s most prominent Global 5000 companies. More information about Ryan can be found at ryan.com.
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Description
Why Ryan?
Competitively Paid Internship
Award-Winning Culture
Paid Holidays
Mentorship Opportunities and Hands-On Training
Networking with Industry Leaders
All-Expense-Paid Trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX (Summer Interns Only)
We are looking for interns interested in state, local, federal, and international taxation. As an Intern you will work side by side with subject matter experts in a team-based environment to identify tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients. Interns will receive training and development to become the most seasoned state, local, federal, and international tax professionals in the industry.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies by to identify tax savings opportunities
Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, which includes preparing clients for discussions with auditors, representing the client at hearings and at appeal meetings, and preparing protests
Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues
Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities
Review documentation and research issues
Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations
Education and Experience:
Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate or Economics.
Anticipated graduation date within one year of internship
Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8
Minimum of 6 – 12 Accounting hours depending on practice
Professional Skills Requirements:
Work effectively in a fast pace, high-energy environment.
Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
Intermediate knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and etc.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid driver's license required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Compensation:
For certain California based intern roles, the hourly hiring range for this position is $23.70 - $27.50.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran