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Tax Analyst CPT roles let F-1 students apply coursework in corporate tax compliance, transfer pricing, or indirect tax directly on the job. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the position must tie explicitly to your degree program. Part-time CPT keeps your OPT eligibility intact.
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SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns are given a wide variety of diversified accounting assignments under the supervision of different professionals. Performance is judged based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time constraints.
- Assists in recording transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software program.
- Assists in reconciling accounts to control accounts.
- Assists in performing schedule computations of accruals, property and equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
- Assists in performing audit or review procedures as assigned by supervisors.
- Assists in preparation of payroll tax, sales or other local tax and certain personal income tax returns.
- Assists in performance of other accounting, auditing and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
- Assists in compiling workpapers and other accounting reports needed for audits.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma and at least two years' work towards a bachelor’s degree, usually in accounting.
COMPENSATION
- $21 - $24 an hour
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
INTRODUCTION
SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Interns are given a wide variety of diversified accounting assignments under the supervision of different professionals. Performance is judged based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time constraints.
- Assists in recording transactions in ledgers, prepares trial balances and simple financial statements using computer software program.
- Assists in reconciling accounts to control accounts.
- Assists in performing schedule computations of accruals, property and equipment, and calculates depreciation expense.
- Assists in performing audit or review procedures as assigned by supervisors.
- Assists in preparation of payroll tax, sales or other local tax and certain personal income tax returns.
- Assists in performance of other accounting, auditing and tax duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel.
- Assists in compiling workpapers and other accounting reports needed for audits.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma and at least two years' work towards a bachelor’s degree, usually in accounting.
COMPENSATION
- $21 - $24 an hour
SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTax Analyst CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Analyst internship qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position is directly tied to your degree program and your school approves it before your start date. Tax Analyst roles typically qualify for accounting, finance, or business students because the work involves applying coursework in areas like tax law, financial reporting, or compliance. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific program requirements and how the employer describes the role.
Can I do CPT as a Tax Analyst at a company that doesn't yet sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to file anything with USCIS, so H-1B visa sponsorship history is irrelevant for CPT eligibility. The employer simply needs to provide a written offer letter describing the role and dates. That said, if you're planning for post-graduation status, it's worth identifying whether the firm has ever filed H-1B petitions. You can browse employer filing history on Migrate Mate.
How does part-time versus full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility as a Tax Analyst?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, has no impact on your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many Tax Analyst CPT students choose part-time arrangements during the academic year specifically to preserve their full 12 months of OPT after graduation.
What documentation does a Tax Analyst CPT employer typically need to provide?
The employer needs to give you a signed offer letter that includes your job title, start and end dates, work location, and a brief description of duties. Some schools also require the employer to confirm the position is paid and describe how the work relates to your field of study. Your DSO may have a template the employer can complete. No government agency filing is required from the employer for CPT.
Which Tax Analyst specializations are most common for CPT placements?
Corporate tax compliance, international tax, and indirect tax are the three areas where CPT placements appear most frequently, particularly at accounting firms and large multinationals. Transfer pricing is also increasingly common for students in finance or economics programs. O*NET classifies Tax Analyst roles under Business and Financial Operations, which most graduate business programs can directly link to required coursework for CPT approval purposes.