Property Tax Consulting Intern - Fall 2024

Description

Why are long tenures and low turnover rates the norm at DMA? When you are an employee owned company, you are all about your employees, and here is proof:

• 2023 Great Places to Work Certified
• Modern, laid back office environment
• Fun, entrepreneurial culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Mentorship opportunities
• Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees.
• "Live and work like a DMA Employee-Owner”: We focus on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees.

We have created a world-class organization where our employee-owners are empowered to always act in the interest of our clients, share ideas, and create distinctive client experiences. We hire outstanding people with positive attitudes, great communication, and a willingness to learn and grow.

Position Summary

The Property Tax Intern assists and supports the assigned team members in performing Real Estate and/or Business Personal Property assessment reviews for DMA clients, to achieve maximum tax savings and provide other state and local tax consulting services.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Provide support for team members in the assessment review process, including representing clients during appeals and hearings with State and Local taxing authorities
• Prepares reports and analysis supporting DMA’s position for State and Local taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Letters of Findings for clients
• Attend on-site inspection of client property (plants and operations)
• Assists Tax Managers, Directors and other business development professionals in scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients
• Follow economic and industry news to identify areas of obsolescence
• Research state and local tax issues
• Participate in business development initiatives
• Participate in business development research

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word or Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational, research and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines

Physical Requirements

• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer