About the role#
Cherry Bekaert is hiring a Strategic Tax Intern for the Tax Credits and Incentives Advisory team. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Coral Gables, Florida, for the Winter 2027 term. Please note that the firm does not provide work sponsorship for this role.
What you'll do#
- Work on federal credits and incentives engagements, including R&D tax credit and deduction analyses, cost segregation, and energy credits.
- Interview technical personnel and review documentation to support incentive opportunities.
- Manage and organize client data for analysis.
- Support engagement teams by tracking project status and identifying necessary next steps.
- Lead the assembly of final client deliverables.
- Serve as a point of contact for client personnel with tax and technical backgrounds.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior or senior in an accredited accounting program.
- You should be two years from graduation with 150 credit hours.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above is preferred.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- An interest in R&D tax incentives, depreciation, capitalization, and fixed asset review.
Location & details#
- Location: Coral Gables, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour.
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert is a CPA and advisory firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina. It provides tax, audit, and consulting services to middle-market companies, government contractors, and nonprofits. The firm employs over 3,000 people and has operated for more than 75 years. It maintains an international presence through an affiliation with Allinial Global.
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