US Tax Intern — Hybrid, SOX & Research Focus

Sun Life; Wellesley (MA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Life U.S. is seeking a Tax Intern to join the U.S. Tax Operations Team.

This hybrid internship requires you to be located near an office, with duties that expose you to income tax workpapers, research, and SOX controls while supporting the tax function. You will be working toward a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, with strong analytical and communication skills and proficiency in Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Working towards Bachelor's degree in accounting or the equivalent is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are critical.
• Strong communication skills - both written and oral - are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (e.g. Excel and Word) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of income tax workpapers for provision and compliance.
• Research basic US tax theory.
• Assist with completion of book/tax differences and may include depreciation.
• Assist with compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control requirements.
• Assist with reconciling tax accounts.
• Assist in special projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or the equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sun Life U.S. is seeking a Tax Intern to join the U.S. Tax Operations Team.

This hybrid internship requires you to be located near an office, with duties that expose you to income tax workpapers, research, and SOX controls while supporting the tax function. You will be working toward a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, with strong analytical and communication skills and proficiency in Excel and Word.