2026 Summer Tax Associate (temporary/hybrid)
About The RoleAt Equitable, we help clients secure their financial well-being so they can pursue long and fulfilling lives - a mission we’ve honed since 1859.You will be exposed to tax procedures including the preparation of supporting workpapers on various tax returns and projects, including tax credits and deductions. You will have an opportunity to work alongside senior management and peers as a member of the internal tax team. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to learn new skillsets, be involved in office community activities twice a month and build lasting relationships with members of the Equitable tax team.What You'll Be DoingAssist in the preparation of the federal tax returnGathering and analyzing outside funds’ annual reports and other reports for foreign tax credit and dividend received deduction disclosuresInputting data received from schedule K-1s and K-3sPreparing other deductions workpaperInputting data for informational tax return items into Corptax return softwareAssist in the preparation of state and city income tax returnsPrepare separate company state returnsPrepare city income tax returnsProcess mailings of the state and city income tax returnsAssist with responding to inquiries from the IRS and other taxing authoritiesAssist with the paperless environment by scanning and saving business documents such as business licensesParticipate in in-office team days as neededNetwork with your peersMeet with tax team members for regular feedback and professional development discussionsIdentify and carry out other projects as assignedThis position offers a hybrid work schedule (up to 19 hours per week), with an on–site as needed combining flexibility with team collaboration.The base salary for this position is $22/hourWhat You'll BringBachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or finance or currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in accounting or financeMinimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferredThe willingness and ability to work a hybrid remote/in-office scheduleExcellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skillsStrong technical aptitude and skillsetStrong Microsoft Excel skills preferredAbility to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environmentAccountability: Understanding the importance of taking personal responsibility; ability to take personal responsibility for assignments, decisions and results, and focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.Cross-functional Collaboration: Knowledge of collaborative techniques and approaches; ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and working together across functions to solve business problems and meet business goals.Data Gathering and Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques and processes; ability to gather and analyze data on the learning needs of a target population.Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.About EquitableAt Equitable, we’re a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose. Click Careers at Equitable to learn more.Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com.Primary LocationUNITED STATES-NY-New YorkOrganizationEquitableScheduleFull-time