Tax Intern – Tax Compliance

Job Description

Tax Intern (Sept – Dec 2026) | MAHLE

The Tone:
This is an internship at MAHLE. MAHLE is identified as a global company offering job opportunities internationally. This Tax Intern role is crucial for ensuring the company’s compliance with various tax regulations, supporting efficient financial operations, and providing valuable insights into tax matters within a U.S. context, as indicated by the visa sponsorship information.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary/Seasonal
• Mission: Support MAHLE’s financial integrity by assisting with tax compliance, optimizing financial operations, and providing foundational support across various direct and indirect tax processes.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel (pivot tables, macros), SAP systems (familiarity a plus), OneSource tax software (familiarity a plus)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Compliance and Reporting: You will actively assist with the meticulous preparation of federal, state, local, and Canadian tax returns, including the necessary extensions and estimated payments, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Furthermore, you will support indirect tax compliance processes encompassing sales/use tax, property tax, and HST/GST filings, contributing significantly to the company’s regulatory adherence across various jurisdictions.
• Tax Documentation and Data Analysis: This role involves preparing and meticulously reconciling supporting documentation for key financial items, such as book/tax differences, apportionment data, and a range of other tax adjustments. You will also conduct thorough research on complex federal, international, and indirect tax issues, then clearly summarize your findings to provide actionable insights to the broader tax team.
• Audit Support and Operational Maintenance: You will assist in compiling comprehensive documentation for tax audits and formulating precise responses to inquiries from various tax authorities, helping to facilitate smooth audit processes. Additionally, you will contribute to the ongoing maintenance and updating of exemption certificates and sales/use tax logs, integrating changes for new rates and evolving regulatory requirements to ensure accuracy.
• Process Management and Financial Close Assistance: A key aspect of your role will be aiding in the updating and maintenance of critical tax calendars and process documentation, contributing to efficient departmental operations and continuity. You will also provide essential support for monthly close tasks, which include diligent data collection, reconciliations, and comprehensive analysis of indirect tax accounts, ensuring financial accuracy.
• Policy Oversight and Cross-functional Collaboration: You will assist in drafting and reviewing internal process documentation materials and policy updates, contributing to clear and standardized procedures that strengthen internal controls. Furthermore, you will monitor and compile information on new tax law changes that could potentially impact MAHLE’s direct and indirect tax positions. Collaboration is vital, as you will work effectively with internal departments (e.g., accounting, AP, IT) and external vendors (e.g., Big 4 firms, compliance firms) to gather necessary information and support various tax initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an Entry-Level internship role for individuals actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related business field.
• Experience: Demonstrated computer literacy is required, particularly with Microsoft Office applications. Candidates must possess excellent Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables and macros, to manage and analyze tax-related data effectively.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities are essential for navigating complex tax issues. The role demands excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate findings clearly, along with the capacity to quickly learn and apply new tools and concepts. A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to take initiative are also key.
• Bonus: Familiarity with SAP systems or OneSource tax software is considered a valuable asset for this position.