Sales/Use Tax Consultant Assistant

Job Description

Transaction Tax Intern – Summer 2027 | DMA – DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a summer internship opportunity at DMA – DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc., with the expectation of travel to client locations as part of the role. As a proudly employee-owned company, DMA places a strong emphasis on its people, fostering an environment where employees thrive. This commitment is reflected in exceptional low turnover rates, long-tenured teams, and the recent recognition as a 2026 Great Places to Work Certified organization. DMA offers robust benefits from day one, including eligibility for its Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) with a targeted 6% contribution of annual compensation, comprehensive parental leave, a generous time off package, and multiple benefit plan options. The company culture is intentionally focused on promoting work/life balance and the overall wellness of its employees. In this intern position, you will play a supportive yet vital role, assisting Senior Tax Consultants and Tax Managers with core services such as Sales/Use tax overpayment reviews, audit reviews, and filing refunds, alongside other consulting projects. Your contributions will directly aid in delivering value to DMA’s clients by ensuring accurate tax processes and successful refund claims.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person (travel to client locations required)
• Team: Reports to Sr. Tax Consultants and Tax Managers
• Mission: Assist senior tax professionals in delivering sales/use tax overpayment and audit review services, and filing refunds for clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Tax Reviews and Audits: Assist in the preparation of Sales/Use tax overpayment and audit reviews, including performing tax research and data analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Process Critical Documentation: Efficiently locate, examine, and scan relevant vendor invoices and other essential financial documents, then review and accurately enter data into systems, scheduling invoices and tax returns as required.
• Conduct Tax Research and Analysis: Proactively research complex tax questions and issues, applying findings to support ongoing consulting projects and resolve specific client inquiries.
• Manage Refund Claims and Vendor Relations: Facilitate refund processes by contacting vendors for follow-up and information requests, and assist in the comprehensive compilation of client reports and refund claims.
• Contribute to Consulting Projects: Provide support to Sr. Tax Consultants and Tax Managers on various consulting projects, including maintaining working knowledge of regional and local appraisal district processes and practices, and traveling to client locations as needed.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level; pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field, with completion of Intermediate Accounting required.
• Experience: Currently entering Junior or Senior year.
• Skills: Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel; demonstrated problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
• Bonus: Experience researching tax questions and issues preferred; ability to travel to client locations as needed and valid driver’s license.