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At Deloitte Tax, you will help clients analyze the tax effects of complex decisions, reduce overall tax rates, and support business goals. You will work with teams and clients on complex tax matters, apply research and technology, and develop practical solutions across a range of tax services.

Recruiting for this role ends on 9/23/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Tax Consultant on the Deloitte Tax team, you will be responsible for supporting clients with tax planning, compliance, and controversy matters.

• Research tax law and draft technical memoranda, opinions, and other written analyses.
• Evaluate the tax implications of transactions, positions, and business decisions.
• Support audit defense efforts by preparing responses, issue documentation, and assisting with formal appeals.
• Prepare business and individual federal, state, and other tax returns and forms.
• Prepare income tax provisions in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 740 (ASC 740) and support tax provision reviews, including analysis of uncertain tax positions.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines

The team

Deloitte Tax helps clients address business challenges through a broad range of tax services. Teams combine technical knowledge, technology, data, and process capabilities to deliver practical insights and tailored solutions across offerings to help clients evaluate complex issues and improve how work gets done.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and expected to graduate by Summer 2027 or have completed Juris Doctor (JD) degree or higher in Taxation, Accounting, or a related/equivalent program 
• Strong academic track record (3.0 cumulative GPA required) 
• Bar exam eligibility before beginning full-time employment 
• You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required. You can expect to co-locate on average 2-3 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations 
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve 
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available 
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment 
• Availability to start in Summer 2027

Preferred:

• Coursework, concentration, or advanced study in taxation
• Internship or work experience in tax, accounting, legal research, or a law firm

This is an entry-level opportunity intended for candidates interested in beginning or building a career in this field. We welcome applicants from a range of educational and professional backgrounds who meet the qualifications for the role. For roles that require a year or more of work experience, please review the experienced jobs within our careers site.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $54,160 to $99,600.

At Deloitte Tax, you will help clients analyze the tax effects of complex decisions, reduce overall tax rates, and support business goals. You will work with teams and clients on complex tax matters, apply research and technology, and develop practical solutions across a range of tax services.

Recruiting for this role ends on 9/23/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Tax Consultant on the Deloitte Tax team, you will be responsible for supporting clients with tax planning, compliance, and controversy matters.

• Research tax law and draft technical memoranda, opinions, and other written analyses.
• Evaluate the tax implications of transactions, positions, and business decisions.
• Support audit defense efforts by preparing responses, issue documentation, and assisting with formal appeals.
• Prepare business and individual federal, state, and other tax returns and forms.
• Prepare income tax provisions in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 740 (ASC 740) and support tax provision reviews, including analysis of uncertain tax positions.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines

The team

Deloitte Tax helps clients address business challenges through a broad range of tax services. Teams combine technical knowledge, technology, data, and process capabilities to deliver practical insights and tailored solutions across offerings to help clients evaluate complex issues and improve how work gets done.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and expected to graduate by Summer 2027 or have completed Juris Doctor (JD) degree or higher in Taxation, Accounting, or a related/equivalent program 
• Strong academic track record (3.0 cumulative GPA required) 
• Bar exam eligibility before beginning full-time employment 
• You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required. You can expect to co-locate on average 2-3 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations 
• Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve 
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available 
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment 
• Availability to start in Summer 2027

Preferred:

• Coursework, concentration, or advanced study in taxation
• Internship or work experience in tax, accounting, legal research, or a law firm

This is an entry-level opportunity intended for candidates interested in beginning or building a career in this field. We welcome applicants from a range of educational and professional backgrounds who meet the qualifications for the role. For roles that require a year or more of work experience, please review the experienced jobs within our careers site.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $54,160 to $99,600.