Tax Intern

The Michaels Organization • Camden, NJ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Michaels Organization is a national residential real estate company offering development, property management, construction, and investment capabilities. The Tax Intern applies accounting coursework in a real-world setting and assists the Accounting department with a wide range of responsibilities. The internship is intended for proactive, self-motivated students interested in learning about real estate. Interns work on real projects and responsibilities, learn from experienced team members, and participate in company and departmental meetings, events, and social, professional, and networking opportunities. The role is based at the company’s Camden, New Jersey headquarters, five days per week, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for 35 hours per week.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and accounting skills.
• Professional, motivated, and highly organized.
• Able to work independently or with a team.
• Able to follow instructions and proficient in general office skills such as typing and filing.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of RealPage and Lacerte tax software is useful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of federal and state tax returns and extensions for partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Gather data to respond to notices.
• Assist with K-1 preparation and distribution.
• Conduct tax research and apply relevant tax laws in jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Maintain organized tax files and track tax return due dates for more than 400 entities.
• Prepare elections as needed.
• Review entity organization documents to determine filing requirements and set up initial tax returns for newly created entities.
• Assist the finance department with posting journal entries and performing reconciliations as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed