Tax Accountant Intern

Werner Enterprises, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Werner Enterprises, Inc. in Omaha offers a 11-week summer internship that ties classroom learning to real-world tax and finance work.

You will assist with tax filings, research, and documentation while collaborating with finance, legal, and operations teams, gaining exposure to Workday Financials. Paid housing support may be available, and select roles may offer remote/off-site options.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completion of introductory tax and accounting coursework preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of sales and use tax filings, property taxes, fuel and miles tax filings, and income tax returns.
• Help maintain tax records and documentation for audits and compliance.
• Conduct tax research and summarize findings for the tax team.
• Participate in special projects related to tax planning and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workday Financials

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our summer internship program is an excellent opportunity to tie what you have learned in the classroom into real-world experience. The program consists of an 11-week immersion into Werner Enterprises.

Internship Overview:

• Paid internship that includes dedicated job training and learning opportunities
• Located at our Corporate Headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska (some remote and off-site opportunities may be available)
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment
• Real-world experience
• Paid housing/housing assistance may be available
• Accounting major required
• Exposure to Workday Financials

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation of sales and use tax filings, property taxes, fuel and miles tax filings, and income tax returns.
• Help maintain tax records and documentation for audits and compliance.
• Conduct tax research and summarize findings for the tax team.
• Participate in special projects related to tax planning and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and operations.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Completion of introductory tax and accounting coursework preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Internship Development Activities:

• Lessons with Leaders Sessions
• Mentor Program
• Intern Activities
• Community Support Events
• Networking
• Summer Project Proposal and Presentation

Benefits:

• medical, dental and vision plans.
• 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law. We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.