Consultant Federal Tax Specialty R&D Tax Credits Summer 2027

Description & Requirements

Forvis Mazars’ Federal Tax Specialty practice is experiencing exponential growth and is seeking talented professionals who are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals.

Forvis Mazars’ Federal Tax Specialty professionals help clients select and enforce strategies that promote growth and savings including the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit, a lucrative and sometimes controversial incentive. Forvis Mazars helps bring value to clients through maximizing the credit and advocating for clients through IRS or state audits.

As a Federal Tax Specialty intern at Forvis Mazars, you will be responsible for assisting engagement teams with the execution of engagements to identify and support cash-generating tax incentives.Our interns participate in project planning, assist in identifying, quantifying, and qualifying business activities and preparing supporting documentation.

How you will contribute:

• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to provide subject matter knowledge and experience. Industries include but are not limited to manufacturing, technology, retail, and utilities.
• Identifying, analyzing, and qualifying value-oriented benefits
• Performing tax research related to tax technical topics
• Updating and maintaining project milestones and action items
• Conducting client interviews, gathering and reviewing client documentation
• Substantiating results on consulting projects through presentations and written reports to clients
• Assisting in the research & analysis of client data
• Organizing incoming documents and files from clients
• Providing project status updates to the client and internal stakeholders
• Coordinating client appointments, prepare reports, maintain progress tracking data
• Compiling and reviewing project reports
• Serving the needs of the client by planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional projects
• Delivering Forvis Mazars’ commitment to unmatched client experience through timely and responsive communication with internal and external clients

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude
• Willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Consultant positions in Tax Federal Specialty require a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance
  • Maintenance of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • All accounting (or job‑relevant) coursework must be completed with a grade of C or above
  • Intermediate Accounting completed with a grade of C or above, where applicable
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off-site meetings and events in person

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam or other professional certifications’ exams

• Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing tax work

Applicants for positions with Forvis Mazars must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience® through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network. Visit forvismazars.us to learn more.

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or other protected classifications. It is Forvis Mazars, LLP standard policy not to accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Forvis Mazars, LLP expressly reserves the right not to consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Forvis Mazars, LLP further reserves the right not to pay a fee to a recruiter or agency unless such recruiter or agency has a signed vendor agreement with Forvis Mazars, LLP. Any resume or CV submitted to any employee of Forvis Mazars, LLP without having a Forvis Mazars, LLP vendor agreement in place will be considered the property of Forvis Mazars, LLP.

Illinois Wage Transparency

Pursuant to Illinois’ Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit . Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

IL Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 74000

IL Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 78000