What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Intern position at CAPTRUST?
Overview
WHO are we looking for?
CAPTRUST is offering a paid Tax Internship in our New Orleans, LA office that will provide exposure to the inner workings of a wealth management firm with a robust tax practice. Hands-on learning starts day one in this fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include all aspects of a wealth management firm, including tax planning and compliance, assisting with client service, meeting preparation, software conversion projects, and administrative tasks.
CAPTRUST interns must maintain professional and ethical standards, be well organized, service oriented, and capable of performing under tight deadlines. Obtaining course credit may also be possible, depending on the student’s program approval. Hours will be flexible based on school schedule. Completion of an internship may lead to, but does not guarantee, future full-time employment. Primary responsibilities may include the following, among others:
Responsibilities
- Assist on special projects (internal projects/client specific)
- Assist with tax planning and preparation
- Help team prepare for client meetings
- Attend client meetings in a support role
- Participate in cash flow planning/estate planning/cash management/balance sheet planning/ operational business planning
- Support the client services and administrative teams as needed/requested
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Actively pursuing Undergraduate/Graduate degree; rising Junior or Senior
- All School of Business Majors (Accounting or Taxation preferred)
- Significant interest in the workings of individual taxation and wealth management
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong critical thinker who is a strong self-starter
- High-level proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Organized, detail-oriented and able to multitask with proven ability to plan and achieve results
- Demonstrate highest personal ethics and integrity
- Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of information
- Team player, collaborative, able to work with and through others
WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Employee ownership opportunities
- Comprehensive health coverage Personify Health wellness platform
- 401(k) program with a 5% employer match financial planning for colleague
WHERE will you be working?
601 Poydras Street, Ste. 1855 | New Orleans, LA 70130
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
- Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
- Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
- A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
- Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
- An other-centered mindset
- Integrity through maintaining objectivity
EEO/Diversity Statement:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #internship
