Summer Tax Intern

Voith GmbH Group; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Voith US Inc. in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Summer Tax Intern to support the Tax Department with tax compliance, accounting, and administrative tasks to gain practical experience in corporate taxation.

As an intern you will assist with tax return preparation, data collection, and research, work on tax provision processes, and participate in process improvements alongside experienced tax professionals.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Completion of introductory accounting coursework required.
• Completion of corporate or individual taxation coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of sales and use tax, property tax, and Canadian GST/QST filings.
• Support the preparation of the US federal, state, and local income tax returns and workpapers.
• Gather and organize financial data used in tax compliance and tax provision processes.
• Assist with maintaining tax records, supporting schedules, and electronic filing documentation.
• Perform basic tax research using internal and external resources.
• Assist with fixed asset tax depreciation schedules and related reconciliations.
• Support tax account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Participate in tax process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by the Tax Manager and/or Tax Director.
• Work collaboratively with Accounting Finance, and other departments.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Introductory accounting coursework

Tax coursework (corporate or individuals)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4.8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith is hiring for:

Summer Tax Intern
Appleton, WI

Job Title: Summer Tax Intern

Revised Date:

Division/Subdivision:

Department: Tax

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Summary –

The Summer Tax Intern will support the Tax Department by assisting with various tax compliance, tax accounting, and administrative activities. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in corporate taxation while working alongside experienced tax professionals. The intern will assist with tax return preparation, tax research, data collection, reconciliation of tax-related information, and special projects while developing an understanding of federal, state, local, and international tax compliance processes.

Responsibilities –

• Assist with the preparation of sales and use tax, property tax, and Canadian GST/QST filings.
• Support the preparation of the US federal, state, and local income tax returns and workpapers.
• Gather and organize financial data used in tax compliance and tax provision processes.
• Assist with maintaining tax records, supporting schedules, and electronic filing documentation.
• Perform basic tax research using internal and external resources.
• Assist with fixed asset tax depreciation schedules and related reconciliations.
• Support tax account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Participate in tax process improvement and automation initiatives.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by the Tax Manger and/or Tax Director.
• Work collaboratively with Accounting Finance, and other departments.

Required Skills/Abilities -

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn new accounting and tax software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Education and Experience -

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Completion of introductory accounting coursework required.
• Completion of corporate or individual taxation coursework preferred.

Physical Requirements (Office Example – modify as necessary) -

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

* This job description is not all encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.