Overview:
The Cox Family Office is a family office based in Atlanta, GA that serves the shareholders of a fifth generation privately held company and is currently seeking a Tax Analyst Intern to support our tax compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will be someone pursuing a Tax or Accounting degree and interested in the private high-net wealth sector.
This internship will provide the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax compliance from experienced CPAs and tax professionals as well as tax planning for high-net wealth individuals, trusts, and related entities.
This individual will report to the Tax Managers on the Tax and Generational Planning Group.
Position Responsibilities:
- Assist in reviewing individual, trust, and entity tax returns under supervision.
- Support tax projections and planning analyses using Excel and tax software.
- Conduct tax research and summarize findings for the team.
- Help maintain tax documentation for charitable contributions, gifts, and other tax-sensitive transactions.
- Assist with tax compliance calendars and filing deadlines.
- Support responses to tax audits, notices, and controversy matters, including gathering documentation and drafting initial responses under supervision.
- Participate in special projects related to tax strategy, estate planning, and generational wealth transfer.
Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field (150-hour CPA track preferred).
- Strong interest in taxation and wealth management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude are essential.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Prior internship or coursework in tax/accounting is a plus.
Don't miss out on the first steps toward your future. Apply today!
Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time.
USD 21.49 - 32.26 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $21.49 - $32.26/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
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