About the role#
As a U.S. Tax Intern, you will support the planning and execution of cross-border tax matters. You will work closely with senior members of the U.S. Tax Team to assist companies operating in the U.S. and U.S. citizens living in Canada. This role involves contributing to both ongoing and transactional client mandates.
What you'll do#
- Analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and prior filed tax returns.
- Conduct technical tax research on corporate and personal tax items, tax treaties, case law, state tax, and sales and use tax.
- Prepare various tax filings such as Form 1120, Form 1065, Form 1040, and Form 1040-NR.
- Draft deliverables for clients, including technical memos and estate tax plans.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Business Administration.
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, Goal Seek, PivotTables).
- Solid accounting and mathematics knowledge.
- Experience in data management and quantitative analytics.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
- A CPA track is preferred, and working knowledge of GoSystems or ProSystems is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May to August).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full time.
- Compensation: $45,000 to $57,500 per year.
About Richter
Richter operates as a business and family office providing strategic advice on financial and personal objectives. The firm serves entrepreneurs, business owners, and families across Canada and the United States. It maintains a multidisciplinary team of approximately 925 people. Established in 1926, the company focuses on long-term legacy planning and business success.
How to get in at Richter
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