Tax Intern

Job Description

About The Company

Leggett & Platt is a global leader in manufacturing, design, and innovation. They offer real-world experiences to young professionals through their Doors Internship Program, a paid opportunity designed for students. The company operates across a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, home furnishings, bedding, and industrial products.

The Doors Internship Program is an immersive experience aimed at building expertise, growing networks, and providing hands-on experience across different functions. Interns work on real-world tasks and projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and contribute to a company focused on enhancing lives through innovation in comfort-driven design and manufacturing.

The Corporate Tax Department at Leggett & Platt plays a critical role in ensuring compliance across the company’s global operations and optimizing tax strategies for sustainable growth. This team manages the full spectrum of tax responsibilities for a multinational manufacturing company, including sales and use tax, property tax, and international filings. They collaborate closely with the Finance, Legal, and Operations departments to maintain accuracy, transparency, and fiscal responsibility throughout the enterprise.

Leggett & Platt is committed to its values: Put People First, Do the Right Thing, Do Great Work…Together, and Take Ownership and Raise the Bar. They are actively taking steps to ensure their culture, processes, and practices promote equal opportunity for all, welcoming and encouraging all applicants.

Job Description: Tax Intern

About The Role
As a Tax Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in the full-cycle tax processes of a global corporation. This role is designed to be more than just clerical work; it’s an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and build a strong foundation in corporate tax operations. You will be involved in activities ranging from preparing returns and processing payments to conducting tax research and responding to audits.

Key Responsibilities (What you will be doing):
• Assist with sales, use, and property tax compliance, which includes preparing returns, processing payments, and reviewing assessments.
• Conduct tax research and provide support for special projects related to federal, state, and local tax issues.
• Help identify, research, and assess various tax topics, offering insights to senior staff.
• Respond to inquiries from taxing authorities and assist with audit documentation.
• Maintain organized records and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members on cross-functional projects and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Need):
• Completion of at least one college-level accounting course.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferably graduating May 2027 or later).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to take initiative and learn in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications (Things We Consider a Plus):
• GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Prior experience with tax, accounting, or finance-related coursework or internships.
• Interest in corporate tax strategy or regulatory compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Curiosity about how tax impacts business decisions and operations.

Application Process (What To Do Next):
Applicants are encouraged to apply, create a profile, and sign up for job alerts to stay informed about new opportunities.