Tax Intern (Summer, Hybrid)

Signet Jewelers Limited; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest diamond jewelry retailer, offers a Tax Intern (Summer, Hybrid) in Akron, Ohio. You’ll assist in preparing various US and international tax filings, ensure compliance with tax laws, and support quarterly and annual tax provisions.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, MS Office proficiency, and clear communication. Local candidates for a hybrid, 40-hour schedule May–August 2027 are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of US, International, State and Local income tax filings.
• Assist with timely compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Assist with the quarterly/annual income tax provision documentation.
• Support special tax department projects as needed.
• Respond to notices and assist with audits or examinations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Signet Jewelers is the world's largest retailer of diamond jewelry, operating more than 2,800 stores worldwide under the iconic brands: Kay Jewelers, Zales, Jared, H.Samuel, Ernest Jones, Peoples, Banter by Piercing Pagoda, Rocksbox, JamesAllen.com and Diamonds Direct. We are a people-first company and this core value is at the heart of everything we do, from empowering our valued team members, to collaborating with our customers, to fostering the communities in which we live and serve. People – and the love their actions inspire – are what drive us. We’re not only proud of the love we inspire outside our walls, we’re especially proud of the diversity, inclusion and equity we’re inspiring inside. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you – rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us!

Tax Intern (Summer, Hybrid)

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation of US, International, State and Local income tax filings including estimates, returns, and quarterly projections

• Assist with the timely, accurate, and complete compliance with all applicable tax laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and administrative pronouncements.

• Assists with the preparation, review, and documentation of the quarterly and annual income tax provision, including the identification and calculation of permanent book/tax differences, discrete items, deferred income taxes, uncertain tax positions, and valuation allowances

• Support in connection with special projects as needed by the tax department.

• Respond to notices and assists with Federal, State, and Foreign tax audits or examinations, including anticipating auditor’s requests, preparation of documents and support for returns, and researching audit issues.

• Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.

• Consistent regular scheduled attendance is considered an essential function of this job.

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a Bachelors in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation

• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above

• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and proficiency in navigating Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills; flexible and adaptable team player capable of multi-tasking; and delivers high quality work

Work Environment:

• Hybrid: must be local to Akron, Ohio for the duration of the internship.

• Fulltime temporary opportunity (40 hours) May-August 2027.

The salary range for this opportunity is $19.00-$20.00/hour. Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.

Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of all levels of employees. Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.