Tax Intern, Transfer Pricing - Summer 2027 (NYC)

Job Summary

The Tax Intern, Transfer Pricing works with a team of consulting economists to help multi-national companies correctly price their transactions between entities within their corporate group. This role assists with examining economic conditions and industry trends, evaluating clients’ intercompany transactions, and consulting with clients to set or substantiate prices charged between related parties. Analysis of intercompany pricing helps companies comply with foreign and domestic tax regulations. The position requires strong analytical skills, as well as exceptional writing and editing skills.

Job Duties

• Information Gathering
  • Conduct client interviews to gather information to understand factors that affect intercompany transactions within a group of related companies, including:
    • Corporate structure
    • Division of functional responsibilities among affiliated companies within the corporate group
    • Distribution of risks among affiliated companies within the corporate group
    • Value drivers for profitability
    • Industry overview and competitive pressure
    • Historical context of current circumstances
• Financial Analysis
  • Analyze industry and financial data from the client that are used to benchmark and document appropriate intercompany pricing policies.
  • Perform additional financial analysis, such as evaluating market penetration scenarios or calculating the value of intangible property.
  • Prepare project reports for clients, including the approach, research, quantitative analysis, and final results, to document compliance with foreign and domestic tax regulations and present consulting advice.
  • Prepare presentations to convey analysis results and recommendations going forward.
  • Participate in presentations to pitch service capabilities to potential clients.
• Report Writing
  • Write industry overviews and functional analyses included in transfer pricing reports and related documents.
  • Take interview notes and prepare detailed summaries for team members.
  • Proofread and edit reports prior to delivering to clients.
  • Write technical memos describing the analytical process.
  • Other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or another relevant field of study (required).

Experience

• Leadership experience preferred.

License/Certifications

• N/A

Software

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional research and writing skills.
• Skilled in detailed reading, proofreading, and editing of highly technical and descriptive material.
• Able to independently produce initial drafts of project deliverables written as reports.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including experience with presentations or public speaking.
• Able to communicate directly with clients in a professional and confident manner.
• Strong analytical and basic research skills.
• Solid organizational skills, including the ability to meet project deadlines with attention to detail.
• Able to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectively.
• Basic understanding of transfer pricing and a desire to learn more about the industry.

Compensation

Individual salaries are determined after consideration of numerous factors, including qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

• California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
• Colorado Range: $35.00/hr - $39.00/hr
• Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
• Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
• Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
• Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
• New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
• Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr
• Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
• Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr
• Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr

About BDO

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.