TAX INTERN (TEMP)

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Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Summary:
The Tax Intern will assist members of the tax department with the preparation of workpapers, documentation, process improvements, and tax research. In addition, this position will gain experience with financial and tax technology tools utilized by the tax department. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience with Microsoft office software technology. This position will also assist with other administrative aspects supporting the tax function.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Tax Intern prepares, updates, and maintains certain workpapers and documentation supporting various functions within the tax department.
• Assists with certain tax research assignments.
• Assists with other administrative functions within the tax department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in college with a major in Tax, Accounting, Business Administration or  Finance field and have completed at least thirty (30) semester credit hours.
• Microsoft office software experience is required.
• Prior tax or accounting experience and data management software is preferred.
• Above average written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively comprehend assignments and complete within prescribed parameters  and timing.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside the department.
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise judgment.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical  situations.

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