at BDO USA, LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Summary:
The STS Global Employer Services (GES) Intern will be responsible for utilizing his / her educational background and organizational skills to assist the GES practice in one or more of its four segments - Retirement Plans, People and Organization Strategy, Global Rewards Taxation, and Global Mobility. It is anticipated that the Intern will be primarily focused on one or two segments of the practice but will have exposure to all four segments.
The work done by the GES Intern will include performing basic research and assisting with various aspects of talent planning, retirement plan compliance, equity and incentive plan design, payroll tax compliance, executive and HR issues in transactions and tax equalizations, assignment cost projects, and preparation of tax returns for globally mobile employees.
This opportunity will allow the Intern to gain a unique hands-on perspective on advising employers, executives and business owners on a full range of strategic issues and challenges related to managing a global workforce, including retaining key talent, incentivizing executives and employees, optimizing strategies for business transactions, and addressing complex world-wide tax requirements and opportunities.
Job Duties:
Research
Performs tax technical research to analyze client issues and composes a detailed report of the research findings for review by senior STS Global Employer Services professionals
Calculations and analysis
Reviews and analyzes client data and uses Excel modeling to prepare calculations needed for various consulting projects related to equity compensation and incentive plan design, retirement plans, payroll tax requirements, mobile employee cost projections, and M&A transactions
Tax and Information Reporting compliance
Assists with the preparation of the following returns as needed:
US individual tax returns for inbound and outbound international assignees
Forms 5500 for qualified retirement plans
Payroll tax forms such as 941, W-2, 1099, etc.
Informational reporting for equity plans such as Form 3921
General practice support
Communicates with clients as needed to support gathering of data and completion of projects
Assists with creating and organizing file documentation in support of client engagements
Assists with presentation materials for internal and external purposes, e.g., webinars, proposals, etc.
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program, required; majors in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or other relevant field of study, preferred
Experience:
Prior experience related to workforce programs and issues, preferred
Software:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to follow instructions as directed
Ability to work effectively in a team setting
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
Intermediate to advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
California Range: $28.00/hr - $37.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
Washington Range: $28.00/hr - $37.00/hr
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.
