2027 Audit or Tax Japanese Business Services Intern

About the role

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Plante Moran’s “we‑care” culture prioritizes your growth, well‑being, and success from day one. The firm offers one of the fastest‑growing Japanese practices in the U.S., giving talented professionals the chance to grow into their full potential while serving Japanese and American clients and staff. Interns are treated like entry‑level staff and receive large‑firm structure, methodology, and training combined with small‑firm closeness, attention, and care.

Responsibilities

• Participating in different phases of audit and/or tax engagements
• Planning, testing, researching, and reporting
• Working with audits, compilations, reviews, compliance, financial statements, and benefit plans
• Engaging in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local taxes
• Meaningful interactions with staff at all levels and with a diverse client repertoire
• Gaining experience across a wealth of business opportunities within a professional services firm

Qualifications

• Detail‑oriented leader with problem‑solving, communication, and analytical skills
• Academic success – minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a Master’s degree in accounting or tax
• On track to complete the requisite degree and supporting credits to sit for the CPA exam, with the goal of obtaining CPA licensure
• Understanding of Japanese business culture
• Fluent in Japanese and English – written and verbal

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Time Off and various pre‑determined holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible benefits plans
• Business‑related travel expense, lodging, and meal reimbursement
• Pension plan for eligible administrative and paraprofessional staff
• Discretionary bonus plan for eligible staff
• Option for contingent staff to elect health insurance in addition to limited paid sick time

Pay

The compensation range for this role in CO, IL, OH, and MA is $33.00‑$36.00 per hour (base salary).

Schedule

This is a non‑exempt position that may require work hours exceeding the standard 40‑hour week, occasional local, national, and international travel, and flexibility under Plante Moran’s “Workplace for Your Day” model to determine optimal working arrangements with your supervisor.