Tax Intern Jobs in Michigan

INTRODUCTION

Our Finance team is expanding and looking to add a Tax Intern. We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate who is interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Job responsibilities include:

• Corporate, Federal & State Tax
• Assist in preparing federal, state, and local income/franchise tax returns and supporting workpapers.
• Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes, including deferred tax calculations.

• Assist in responding to IRS and state tax notices or audits.

• R& D Tax Credit

• Gather and analyze data to support R&D tax credit studies.
• Assist in documenting qualified research activities and expenses.

• Help prepare supporting schedules and reports for R&D credit filings.

• Transfer Pricing

• Support preparation of transfer pricing documentation reports.

• Collect financial and operational data from various business units to support intercompany pricing analysis.

• Property Tax

• Assist with gathering property tax data and supporting documentation.
• Help prepare property tax returns and assessments.

• Support reconciliation and analysis of property tax payments.

• General Tax Projects

• Conduct basic tax research and summarize findings to support compliance and planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Accounting, Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives across tax areas.
• Other Ad-hoc topics.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be a qualified candidate you must have the following:

• Ability to work on-site.
• Have completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Key to being successful in this role:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Prior internship or work experience in finance or accounting is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of financial principles and concepts.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Enthusiasm for a career in finance and a desire to gain practical experience in the field.