Tax Accounting Intern

Must be at least 18 years of age and present state-required proof of age documents
High school diploma or GED required
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university — Accounting field of study preferred
Must be classified as a Senior by current institution at the time of the internship
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
Able to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
Clear oral and verbal communication and listening skills
Possess good analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
Willingness to learn, self-motivated, and able to follow directions
Basic understanding of taxation
Able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others
Able to communicate effectively with others using spoken and written English
Able to positively model the organization’s commitment to integrity, diversity, inclusion, and maintaining a respectful workplace

Assist with the preparation of federal, state and local tax returns, including data entry, form completion and analytical review
Assist in preparing quarterly and annual income tax provision including tax account analysis
Respond to tax notices and assist with tax audits
Process tax payments as requested
Research various tax issues as requested
Perform other related accounting and administrative tasks, as required
Manage relationships in a manner acceptable to others and to the organization; adhere consistently with all organizational policies related to our respectful workplace
Work collaboratively with others within and outside of his or her function to achieve goals, simplify processes, reduce costs, prevent loss and ensure that work is completed safely, accurately and on time
Responsible for adhering consistently with all employment policies as stated in the employee handbook provided or as provided by his or her supervisor
Model the high level of customer service expected of all Copart associates including, but not limited to, responding to voicemails and emails within organizationally defined timeframes, completing projects as committed, responding to others’ feedback appropriately, and making optimal use of organizationally limited resources by offering assistance to other functional teams when appropriate