Canada Sales Tax Intern - Summer 2027

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP from day one

6% ESOP contribution target

Great Place to Work Certified 2026

Generous paid time off

Work-life balance focus

Job summary

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. is offering a Tax Consulting Intern position to support the Canadian Sales Tax team with GST/HST, QST, and PST overpayments, audits, and refund filings.

Ideal for students or recent graduates seeking hands-on indirect tax exposure and client deliverables while developing professional skills. You will work with experienced consultants to analyze data, perform basic tax research, and assist with client deliverables in a collaborative, employee-owned

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field.
• Basic exposure to taxation, accounting, or finance preferred; prior work experience not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Exposure to SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems is a plus but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and data-driven.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Canadian sales tax reviews through data analysis and basic research.
• Import, organize, and validate client data for recovery and exposure analysis.
• Review vendor invoices and maintain supporting documentation.
• Prepare client reports and tax refund documentation.
• Support vendor communications for refund follow-ups under supervision.
• Summarize findings on basic Canadian commodity tax questions.
• Complete tasks under guidance of senior consultants and managers.
• Contribute to other duties to support team and clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

SAP

Oracle

Job description

As an employee‑owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:

• 2026 Great Places to Work Certified
• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins day one of employment. ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation.
• Generous time off plans.
• Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees.
• We focus on work-life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees.

Position Summary

The Tax Consulting Intern supports the Canadian Sales Tax team with GST/HST, QST, and PST overpayment reviews, audit support, and refund filings. This internship is designed for students or recent graduates seeking hands‑on exposure to Canadian indirect tax compliance and consulting. The intern will work closely with experienced consultants to analyze data, conduct basic tax research, and assist with client deliverables while developing foundational professional skills.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with Canadian sales tax reviews by supporting data analysis and introductory tax research.
• Import, organize, and validate client data used for recovery and exposure analysis.
• Review vendor invoices and help locate supporting documentation.
• Enter, organize, and maintain data using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Support the preparation of client reports and tax refund claim documentation.
• Assist with vendor communications for refund follow‑ups, under supervision.
• Research basic Canadian commodity tax questions and summarize findings for the team.
• Complete assigned tasks under the guidance of senior consultants and managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support team and client needs.

Education And Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Prior coursework or exposure to taxation, accounting, or finance preferred; prior work experience not required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Exposure to SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems is a plus but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an interest in data analysis and problem‑solving.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and collaborate in a team environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week
• Travel: None
• Physical Activity:
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and sounds
• Frequent repetitive motions with hands

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by federal, provincial, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable provisional regulations, DMA will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at [e-mail] or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.