US Tax Research Writer (Intern)

About the Role

At Ikshana, we work on US federal and state tax matters for individuals and businesses, from return filings and penalty issues to international provisions, multi-state filings and labor laws. We're looking for someone who enjoys digging into tax rules and explaining them clearly.

Key Responsibilities

• Research US federal and state tax topics using primary sources (Internal Revenue Code, Treasury regulations, IRS guidance, and state tax statutes and department of revenue guidance)
• Distill complex information into clear, structured written summaries and internal memos.
• Prepare drafts of blog posts, client alerts, explainers and internal research notes
• Turn complex technical rules into clear, accurate, readable content
• Work closely with our senior tax team, who will review and guide your work

Qualifications

• EA, CA/CMA Inter, CS, or Commerce/Law graduates with a strong interest in US tax.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with audit teams and presenting findings in a professional manner.
• Curiosity and attention to detail: you check the source, not just the summary.
• Strong research capabilities, including the ability to locate, interpret, and synthesize U.S. tax laws and regulatory guidance (Research, Analytical Skills).
• Demonstrated skill in producing clear, well-structured written materials for technical and non-technical audiences (Research Writing, Writing).

Details

• Work from office: Banashankari 6th Stage, Bengaluru
• Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM