About the role#
As a Tax Administrator Intern, you will support the Tax Department by handling administrative tasks and coordinating with principals, managers, and staff. This is a full-time, hourly position based in Kirkland. You will work on a hybrid schedule, with the expectation of additional hours during peak tax seasons.
What you'll do#
- Manage administrative requests and ensure they are completed accurately and on time.
- Maintain databases, including updates for new client onboarding and staffing.
- Coordinate with tax professionals to prepare and send engagement letters and tax organizers.
- Collect, organize, and store sensitive client tax documents.
- Process documents by scanning, using Autoflow, and ensuring digital files are stored correctly.
- Manage the outsourcing process by sending and receiving documents with external parties.
- Prepare and mail materials, including packages and envelopes.
- Provide backup support for other team members and participate in cross training.
- Assist with special projects and provide customer service to clients.
What you'll need#
- At least three years of experience in an administrative role, ideally within professional services.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Tech-savvy approach with a willingness to learn new software.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work with a sense of urgency.
- Capacity to work independently and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Flexibility to work extra hours during peak times of the year.
- A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Prior experience in tax administration or public accounting is a plus, as is an interest in workflow optimization.
Location & details#
- Location: Kirkland, Washington.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Rolling.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Ascend
Ascend is a truck transportation company based in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1969, the firm operates as a dry van and full truckload carrier. It provides logistics, warehousing, and distribution services to support e-commerce supply chains. The company maintains a fleet and staff of approximately 430 employees.
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