Co-op or Intern, Expatriate Tax Services (January 2025) – BDO

Title of the Job: Co-op or Intern, Expatriate Tax Services (January 2025)

Location: Montreal, QC

Job Description: Putting people first, every dayBDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.Your OpportunityOur Montreal offices are looking for a Co-op or Intern Student to join the Expatriate Tax team for a 4-month term from January to April 2025 and own the following responsibilities noted below. This is a fully remote opportunity with the option to be in office as desired.

• Apply the relevant technical knowledge you have acquired through your tax courses and apply it to assignments under the directions of a manager or other senior tax team member
• Complete Canadian and US tax returns, gain exposure to Canadian and US tax files, contribute to compliance projects, and work on other Canadian and US tax assignments or research assigned
• Develop project management skills by providing senior tax team members with timelines and status updates, monitoring the individual time spent on each file and reporting any concerns on the file that might impact these items
• Deal with relative Government agencies on tax issues
• Effectively communicating internally and externally on various tax matters
• Assistance in the preparation of voluntary disclosures for various non-compliance such as Regulation 102 and non-compliance
• Assistance on review of share-based compensation plans to determine the taxation of foreign plans for Canadian tax purposes
• Assistance in drafting technical memorandums for our clients
• Preparation of Canadian and U.S. personal tax returns, identifying potential tax issues on more complex tax returns and work with the Tax Managers, Senior Tax Managers and Partner on solutions
• Preparation and review of foreign reporting forms (T1135)
• Assistance on the international payroll such as shadow or split payrolls
• Exit and Entrance interviews with current and potential clients alongside the Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager
• Assists in the development of client consulting project plans for assigned clients and provides support in the completion of those consulting projects
• Conduct and present tax research on various expatriate tax issues
• Build client relationships through communication, client contact and responding to client requests

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, & are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning & professional development

Your experience and education

• You are currently working towards a degree/diploma, focused in accounting
• You have a desire to provide outstanding client service and a commitment to teamwork
• You have proven leadership skill and can take initiative to seek understanding
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills

Why BDO?Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among . This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, .Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.Code of Conduct: Our sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our .

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