Tax Intern

Job Description

Tax Intern | BPM LLP

The Tone:
This is a Tax Intern role at BPM LLP, located across multiple offices in California and Nevada. BPM is a firm where caring and community are central to its identity, striving for excellence and fostering innovation by asking compelling questions. The company empowers individuals to grow, excel, and make a positive impact in their work, life, and communities, fueled by an entrepreneurial spirit and an inclusive culture. This role is vital as a valued member of a team of dedicated Tax experts, offering valuable exposure to a wide range of industries and supporting career progression in Public Accounting.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time (20 hours/week in January, 30 hours/week from February-April)
• Location: In-person at one of the BPM offices: Irvine, Las Vegas, Long Beach, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Santa Rosa, or Walnut Creek
• Pay: $29.00-$33.00 hourly
• Team: Valued member of a team of dedicated Tax experts, supported by a personal Coach and Buddy
• Mission: Apply critical analysis to data, prepare meticulous tax returns, and continuously develop tax knowledge for diverse entities and individuals within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Prepare meticulous work papers and tax returns for diverse entities and individuals, applying critical data analysis in accordance with professional standards.
• Tax Research: Identify, research, and evaluate complex tax issues, providing informative insights and findings to seniors and managers.
• Knowledge Application: Maintain and consistently update comprehensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations, including IRS guidelines, court precedents, and other regulatory bodies’ requirements.
• Professional Development: Continuously develop skills and knowledge in tax through participation in training programs, staying current with accounting and tax standards, and pursuing relevant certifications like the CPA designation.
• Firm Engagement: Engage in regional intern events, executive speaker sessions with firm partners, and collaborate with fellow interns on projects to showcase acquired knowledge and skills, while championing sustainable workplace practices and BPM’s values.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Minimum GPA of 3.0 in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics (BS/BA/MSA/MST/Certificate Program), with an expected graduation between 2026 – 2029.
• Experience: Demonstrated interest in pursuing or obtaining CPA Educational Licensure Requirements, and availability to start on January 7, 2027. Must be able to work part-time in one of the BPM offices, with availability for at least 30 hours/week from February-April.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Bonus: Compassionate, proactive, authentic, driven, and resilient individuals who are seeking to be lifelong learners.