Sales and Use Tax Intern (Summer, extended internship)

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Current student pursing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Proactive with the ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Strong organizational skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to ask questions and seek clarification when needed

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

• Assist with the use of tax and accounting software platforms (e.g., tax calculation and ERP systems).

• Review, verify, and process customer sales tax exemption certificates.

• Maintain and update tax codes and exemption statuses within ERP systems.

• Prepare and provide exemption certificates to vendors as needed.

• Set up new customer tax profiles and update existing ones within tax systems.

• Assist in gathering documentation requested for state and local sales/use tax audits.

• Support Indirect Tax Manager with special projects.

• Assist with reconciling state and local income tax general ledger accounts.

• Compile and review information used in preparing income tax returns.

• Respond to various state income and franchise tax notices.

• Prepare supporting information for tax notices or audit requests.

• Research tax issues and draft summary memoranda as directed.

• Support Tax Senior Manager with special projects and analysis.