Indirect Tax - Development Program
DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.
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DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. offers an entry-level Indirect Tax Development Program in Indianapolis, designed to build knowledge in Transaction Tax or Property Tax through hands-on experience and targeted training.
The program spans 12–18 months with mentorship, cross-functional exposure, and a clear career path within the firm. Participants gain exposure to compliance operations, client data, and multiple tax disciplines while pairing with senior professionals to develop skills
Qualifications
- Current college student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Business).
- Internship experience in a related field strongly preferred.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and take ownership.
- Demonstrates leadership initiative and teamwork with attention to detail.
- Strong Excel and Office skills; excellent communication abilities.
Responsibilities
- Support Transaction Tax and Property Tax data analysis and processing.
- Assist with month-end reporting and tax filings using DMA software.
- Maintain client tax information and respond to inquiries.
- Collaborate with teams across divisions to support projects and learning.
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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:
2025 Great Places to Work Certified
Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
Company paid parental leave
Generous time off package
Multiple benefit plans , eligibility begins on day one of employment
Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees
Position Summary
DMA is looking for enthusiastic, driven individuals to join our Indirect Tax - Development Program —a specialized entry-level opportunity designed to build your knowledge, sharpen your skills, and prepare you for long-term success.
In this 12–18-month structured program, you'll be introduced to DMA’s Compliance Operations in either Transaction Tax or Property Tax , determined during the interview process. You’ll gain hands‑on experience, receive targeted training, and be fully immersed in our company culture. Our goal is to help you discover where your strengths lie and support your growth with mentorship, professional development, cross‑functional exposure, and a clear path toward a rewarding career within DMA.
Throughout the program, you'll gain insight into the diverse career paths and advancement opportunities available at DMA—including, but not limited to, roles in Compliance, Consulting, Real Estate, Implementation, Business Development/Sales, and our Management Trainee/Leadership track.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Transaction Tax Compliance
- Collect, analyze, and process data for the timely completion and filing of transaction tax returns
- Process tax returns and filings for assigned clients in DMA’s proprietary software
- Prepare check batches and electronic payment batches
- Monitor, review, and resolve jurisdictional tax notices
- Complete month end reporting (scanning, uploading, Year to Date tracking, etc.)
- Prepare bank reconciliations for applicable clients
- Familiarizes with state and local tax compliance changes
- Maintain a professional relationship with clients
- Assist with projects such as amended returns, address change, name change, closures, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – Property Tax Compliance
- Perform property tax data analysis, reconciliation, and import into PTMS, OneSource, PowerPlan, and DMA’s internal software PTCA
- Update and maintain client tax information and database
- Submit completed returns to Supervisor/Manager for review by assigned due date
- Monitor and review all jurisdictional tax notices for assigned clients by assigned due date
- Prepare tax payments on behalf of clients for jurisdictional liabilities by assigned due date
- Review the missing bills and notices reports and research items not received
- Prepare funding requests to send to the client to receive funds for timely payments
- Ensure all applicable returns/renditions/tax bills and remittances are processed and mailed in a timely manner
- Respond to client and jurisdictional inquiries
Non-essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Attend routine meetings with Professional Development Training Team and complete self-development projects and tasks as assigned
- Work closely with other divisions to better understand company initiatives
- Assist analysts and supervisors as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications
- Current college student that will obtain a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, Economics, Data Analytics or other related field
- Previous internship experience in a related field/industry strongly preferred
- Adaptability to changing situations and fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate sense of ownership and self‑motivation
- Thrives in a team environment and works to achieve shared goals
- Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
- Possess leadership initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Strong attention to detail
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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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 applicable federal, state, 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.
It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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 HRDepartment@dmainc.com or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.
DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned firm specializing in comprehensive corporate tax solutions, dedicated to minimizing client tax burdens through expert service and innovative technology.
Business Consulting and Services Professional Services
Company size 501–1,000 employees
Company type Privately held Founded 1972
Total funding 0
Momentum
Momentum
15% in 12 mo
908 employees on LinkedIn
Employee experience
4.0
256 reviews
91% would recommend
Culture & values
Culture & values 4.3
Work-life balance
Work-life balance 4.0
Career opportunities
Career opportunities 4.0
Compensation & benefits 3.9
Capital
Footprint
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Location Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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