Accounting Internship - Tax Operating Divisions

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Ohio Department of Taxation is responsible for the administration of individual and business taxes across the state. Guiding our agency is the Mission Statement which explains that we are ONE TEAM providing education, innovation, outreach, and exceptional service to our customers through courtesy, accuracy, responsiveness, and equitability in each interaction. The Ohio Department of Taxation is seeking multiple College Interns to work in our Tax Operating Divisions. What You’ll do as an Intern in the Tax Operating Divisions As an intern with our department, you will gain hands on experience working with taxation professionals in a number of areas. This position will allow you to connect your classroom knowledge with real-world experience by performing work expected of a full-time, entry-level employee. We look forward to working with you to determine where you would best fit in our department. Other key duties include: Problem-solving tax issues, resolving items in suspense, assisting in revenue deposits, entering information regarding deposits and transfers, working on special projects, etc. Learn to read and interpret section Title 57 (Taxation) of the Ohio Revised Code and Chapter 5703 of the Ohio Administrative Code. Collaborate with management and peers on new ideas. Interact with taxpayers via phone, live-chat and web messaging.

Requirements

Candidates must be enrolled in college to qualify.
Technical Skills: Accounting and Finance Professional Skills: Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Teamwork
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
Section 2961 of the Ohio Revised Code prohibits individuals convicted of a felony including but not limited to fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.
Additionally, section 5703.081 of the Ohio Revised Code requires the Ohio Department of Taxation employees to promptly file and pay tax returns.
The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Responsibilities

Problem-solving tax issues
Resolving items in suspense
Assisting in revenue deposits
Entering information regarding deposits and transfers
Working on special projects, etc
Learn to read and interpret section Title 57 (Taxation) of the Ohio Revised Code and Chapter 5703 of the Ohio Administrative Code
Collaborate with management and peers on new ideas
Interact with taxpayers via phone, live-chat and web messaging

Benefits

Flexible Schedule (between 15-40 hours weekly, depending on your availability)
Generous Compensation (pay determined by education and experience)
Convenient location north of downtown, including free parking (15 minute drive from OSU campus)
Eligibility to apply for internal, full-time positions
Real experience that will further your career as an accounting professional
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )