Intern - Temporary Part-Time (Tax Division)

Job Posting The City of Kettering's Finance Department is recruiting to fill the position of: Temporary Part-Time Tax Intern $12.75 to $16.05 per hour OPERS retirement Candidates who are interested in this opportunity should apply via our online application portal at www.ketteringoh.org/jobs and attach a resume and cover letter. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. (EDT) on Monday, May 25, 2026. The City of Kettering's Finance Department is recruiting to fill the temporary part-time position of Tax Intern. This position reviews income tax returns for completeness and accuracy; enters W-2 and tax return data into the tax software; answers telephone inquiries; opens mail; scans and/or indexes tax documents into a document management system; identifies new taxpayers through review of utility listings and new resident listings. Training will be provided for all duties assigned, including use of the Tax Division's income tax software and document management system, procedures for the review of income tax returns, requirements of the City of Kettering Income Tax Code, and other office procedures.

Qualifications:

The Tax Intern will have knowledge and expertise with computers, good organizational skills, mathematical accuracy, and good data entry skills. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work well with others and project a positive image to the public. Must maintain confidentiality of all tax records. Course work in federal taxation is a plus. Equal Opportunity Employer Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Intern will assist in the following duties: Reviewing income tax returns for completeness and accuracy Entering W-2 and tax return data into the tax software Scanning and/or indexing tax documents into a document management system Identifying new taxpayers through review of utility listings and new resident listings Training will be provided for all duties assigned, including use of the Tax Division's income tax software and document management system, procedures for the review of income tax returns, requirements of the City of Kettering Income Tax Code, and other office procedures Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in computer applications, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of mathematical accuracy, along with precise data entry abilities. The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, while maintaining a professional and positive image to the public. Coursework in federal taxation is preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, other City employees, and the general public, and must exercise discretion in maintaining the confidentiality of all tax records. Regular and predictable on-site attendance required.