Tax Accountant - Encore Program Internship

Texas Instruments•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The TI tax department provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in and exposure to complex tax issues and related responsibilities entailed with working for a multinational publicly traded company. This position shares responsibility for the federal and state income tax forecast and compliance processes as well as involvement in special projects that may provide cash tax benefits, tax rate benefits and/or improve, tighten and streamline processes. Specifically, this role is responsible for the following: Assist with complex federal and state income tax return preparation Participate in various aspects of tax compliance, such as tax calculations for fixed assets, stock compensation, and R&D credit, and managing inputs and consolidated return tie-outs in the tax compliance software. Assist with the federal and state quarterly estimated payment, extension and provision processes Research tax technical issues and communicate the implications for TI tax compliance in a clear and concise manner Participate in various tax planning activities and assist with special projects Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that streamline and influence TI-level processes within the tax function Support efforts to defend US tax filings upon audit by the IRS

Requirements

A career break of at least 2 years
Intent to return to a full-time role at TI after the program.
No sponsorship required now or in the future (U.S. work-authorization required).
Meet the minimum role-specific requirements for the job

Nice To Haves

Foundational Tax Expertise: Build strong knowledge in US and state tax compliance while expanding your understanding of complex tax regulations
Professional Development: Enhance your skills with industry-standard tax research tools and software commonly used in both public accounting and corporate tax departments
Cross-functional Exposure: Collaborate with experienced professionals across Finance, Accounting, and TMG teams to broaden your business perspective
Career Growth Opportunities: Contribute to process improvements and technology initiatives while developing problem-solving skills that will advance your career in tax and finance

Responsibilities

Assist with complex federal and state income tax return preparation
Participate in various aspects of tax compliance, such as tax calculations for fixed assets, stock compensation, and R&D credit, and managing inputs and consolidated return tie-outs in the tax compliance software.
Assist with the federal and state quarterly estimated payment, extension and provision processes
Research tax technical issues and communicate the implications for TI tax compliance in a clear and concise manner
Participate in various tax planning activities and assist with special projects
Identify and lead process improvement initiatives that streamline and influence TI-level processes within the tax function
Support efforts to defend US tax filings upon audit by the IRS