Tax Intern, Transfer Pricing - Summer 2027 (Los Angeles)

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 a

variety of economic conditions and industry trends, evaluating clients’

intercompany transactions and consulting with clients to set or substantiate

prices charged between their related parties. The analysis of intercompany

pricing is used to help companies comply with foreign and domestic tax

regulations. The position requires not only strong analytical skills, but also

exceptional writing and editing skills.

Job Duties

• Information Gathering
• Conducts client interviews in order to gather information to understand

the factors that affect inter-company transactions within a group of

related companies, the interviews collect the following client information:

• 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
• Analyzes the evaluation of industry data and financial data from the

client, which are collectively used to benchmark or document appropriate

intercompany pricing policies

• Performs additional financial analysis, such as the evaluation of market

penetration scenarios or calculating the value of intangible property

• Prepares project reports for clients, which include our approach, research,

quantitative analysis and final results, these are used to document the

extent to which a client’s intercompany prices are in compliance with

foreign and domestic tax regulations and present consulting advice

• Prepares presentations to convey to the client the results of analyses and

recommendations going-forward.

• Participates in presentations to pitch service capabilities to potential

clients

• Report Writing
• Writes industry overviews and functional analyses that are included in

transfer pricing reports and documents

• Takes interview notes and prepares detailed summaries for team members
• Proofreads and edits reports prior to delivering to clients
• Writes technical memos that describe 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

other relevant field of study required

Experience

• Leadership experience preferred

License/Certifications

• N/A

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel,

PowerPoint and Word

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional research and writing skills
• Skilled in detailed reading, proofing and editing highly technical and

descriptive material

• Able to independently produce the initial drafts of project deliverables are

written reports

• Effective interpersonal skills and 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 especially ability to meet project deadlines with

a focus on details

• Capable of working 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 the desire to learn more about

the industry

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: $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

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.

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*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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