BDO USA, PC, Core Tax Intern - Summer 2026 (Denver) - Application via WayUp

This role is with BDO USA, PC. WayUp is partnering with BDO USA, PC to hire top talent.

Job Summary:

BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The Tax Intern, Core Tax Services will be responsible for utilizing their educational background as well as organizational skills in the service of firm's client base through the preparation of returns and extensions under the supervision of more experienced Core Tax Services professionals. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm’s practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.

Job Duties:

• Tax Compliance
• Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (“TQM”)
• Effectively uses referencing system and workpapers that ties to the return
• Completes tasks and organizes file to minimize rework by reviewer
• Ensures data is collected to comply with filing requirements
• Takes initiative on impending due dates/engagement letters
• Works with tax software applications to complete simple tax returns for review
• Performs quarterly estimates and prepares extensions
• Assists with responses to notices from the Internal Revenue Service
• Assists in the projection of year-end filings
• ASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
• Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48
• Assists with components of income tax provisions
• Tax Consulting
• Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes
• Operates online research tools to gather pertinent tax information
• Monitors tax law and client factual developments on a regular basis, daily or weekly but at least bi-weekly
• Develops and communicates to client service team personnel, viewpoints regarding how those developments might affect clients
• Other duties as required
  
  

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Education :
• Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting or other relevant field required
• Pursuing a masters degree in Accounting or other relevant field preferred
• Experience :
• Leadership experience preferred
  
  

License/Certifications:

• Actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA
• Software :
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  
  

Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 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
• Ability to prepare simple tax returns
  
  

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: $31.00/hr - $39.00/hr

Colorado Range: $22.00/hr - $30.00/hr

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr

Washington Range: $31.00/hr - $36.00/hr