Tax Accounting Intern

General Summary

We are seeking a tax accounting intern to work approximately 15 hours per week from mid-January through mid-April. The position will primarily involve preparing property tax returns for UFP and its subsidiaries as well as assisting with miscellaneous tax projects. The hours are flexible and may work around a school schedule. No previous accounting experience is required; this opportunity is available to any level of accounting or finance student.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

·         Prepare personal property tax returns for various entities and jurisdictions.

·         Assist with sales and use tax compliance.

·         Assist with analyzing and preparing unclaimed property reports for various states.

·         Assist with various other tax projects as assigned.

·         Performs other duties as required.

Job Specifications

Knowledge Required

·         Students working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

·         Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, a strong emphasis in the use of Excel.

·         Strong organization skills and detail oriented.

·         Ability to analyze, problem-solve, and exercise discretion and independent judgement.

·         Ability to work approximately 15 hours per week from mid-January to mid-April.

Skills and abilities

·         Ability to comprehend and follow written and oral working instructions.

·         Proficiency in general office etiquette.

·         Ability to communicate clearly with co-workers and management.

·         Ability to pass a drug test.

Conduct

·         Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

·         Good interpersonal skills and good communicator.

·         Ability to work as part of a team.

·         Conducts in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

Professional office setting that requires in-person work at a desk for potentially long periods of time - this will not be a remote working opportunity. Requires being mobile in the work environment.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

“UFP Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin”