Springs Window Fashions
Accounting/Tax Intern - Summer 2025
Springs Window Fashions, Middleton, Wisconsin, United States, 53562
DescriptionAccounting & Tax Internship – Summer 2025
The Best Experience Company
Our tagline is “The Best Experience Company.” More than just a set of words, it represents the essence of who we are at Springs Window Fashions. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates, consumers and end users, business partners, and communities. We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of Best Experience opportunities. So, if you’re excited about the thought of a Best Experience career with a team focused on creating Best Experiences for all, we want to hear from you!
Internship Overview
Springs Window Fashions is looking for a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Accounting Team! The Accounting & Tax Internship provides an exciting opportunity to assist the team with project support while providing valuable work experience related to your chosen field of study. Our paid internship program is known for having in-depth, challenging project work with cross-functional teams, as well as professional development, job shadowing and other growth opportunities.
Internship Projects and Responsibilities
Employee Benefit Plan Financial Statement Preparation and External Audit Support
Preparation of employee benefit plan financial statements
Preparation of employee benefit plan footnote disclosures
Preparation of employee benefit plan support for external auditors
Business partnering with HR, payroll, accounting relating to coordination of audit workpapers and investigation of differences/questions during audit
Gain understanding of how an external audit is conducted
Accounting Rotation
Accounting close support (general accounting/cost/fixed assets).
Account analysis and reconciliation.
Ad hoc projects as needed.
Miscellaneous Notice Response
Assist with resolving numerous state notices including response and form preparation
S&U Research and Exemptions
Assist with S&U research and preparation of applicable tax exemption forms
US Tax Compliance
Prepare or assist with US compliance including tax provision preparation, estimated payments for Fed and SALT, extensions, and information gathering for US compliance
Tax Authority Audit Assistance
Assist with information gathering and response preparation for open audits
Tax Mail Sorting and Documenting
Open and sort all tax mail daily, logging mail in a notice tracker and beginning follow-ups as necessary
What Spring’s Best Experience Means for You
Setting the bar so high means our work is never done.
Springs Window Fashions offers incredible opportunities to develop the skills you’ll need to be successful in a fast-paced consumer products company. You’ll also be provided with several perks and benefits as a member of the Springs team:
Newly renovated corporate headquarters (including on-site fitness center)
Exposure to other roles and functions within SWF
Career advancement opportunities
Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership
Paid on-the-job training; in-depth product knowledge sessions via online courses, live online classes, and live sessions
RequirementsWhat We’re Looking For
Previous internship experience in relevant function preferred
Pursuing a 4-year degree with preferred current standing of Sophomore/Junior level
Accounting, Finance or Related Major Preferred
Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong communication skills (verbal, written and attention to detail)
Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Behavioral Competencies
Ensures Accountability
– Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Drive Engagement
– Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
Instill Trust
– Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Drive Results
– Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
Consumer/Customer Focus
– Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions
Critical Thinking
– Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Being Resilient
– Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Optimize Work Processes
– Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
The Best Experience Company
Our tagline is “The Best Experience Company.” More than just a set of words, it represents the essence of who we are at Springs Window Fashions. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates, consumers and end users, business partners, and communities. We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of Best Experience opportunities. So, if you’re excited about the thought of a Best Experience career with a team focused on creating Best Experiences for all, we want to hear from you!
Internship Overview
Springs Window Fashions is looking for a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Accounting Team! The Accounting & Tax Internship provides an exciting opportunity to assist the team with project support while providing valuable work experience related to your chosen field of study. Our paid internship program is known for having in-depth, challenging project work with cross-functional teams, as well as professional development, job shadowing and other growth opportunities.
Internship Projects and Responsibilities
Employee Benefit Plan Financial Statement Preparation and External Audit Support
Preparation of employee benefit plan financial statements
Preparation of employee benefit plan footnote disclosures
Preparation of employee benefit plan support for external auditors
Business partnering with HR, payroll, accounting relating to coordination of audit workpapers and investigation of differences/questions during audit
Gain understanding of how an external audit is conducted
Accounting Rotation
Accounting close support (general accounting/cost/fixed assets).
Account analysis and reconciliation.
Ad hoc projects as needed.
Miscellaneous Notice Response
Assist with resolving numerous state notices including response and form preparation
S&U Research and Exemptions
Assist with S&U research and preparation of applicable tax exemption forms
US Tax Compliance
Prepare or assist with US compliance including tax provision preparation, estimated payments for Fed and SALT, extensions, and information gathering for US compliance
Tax Authority Audit Assistance
Assist with information gathering and response preparation for open audits
Tax Mail Sorting and Documenting
Open and sort all tax mail daily, logging mail in a notice tracker and beginning follow-ups as necessary
What Spring’s Best Experience Means for You
Setting the bar so high means our work is never done.
Springs Window Fashions offers incredible opportunities to develop the skills you’ll need to be successful in a fast-paced consumer products company. You’ll also be provided with several perks and benefits as a member of the Springs team:
Newly renovated corporate headquarters (including on-site fitness center)
Exposure to other roles and functions within SWF
Career advancement opportunities
Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership
Paid on-the-job training; in-depth product knowledge sessions via online courses, live online classes, and live sessions
RequirementsWhat We’re Looking For
Previous internship experience in relevant function preferred
Pursuing a 4-year degree with preferred current standing of Sophomore/Junior level
Accounting, Finance or Related Major Preferred
Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong communication skills (verbal, written and attention to detail)
Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Behavioral Competencies
Ensures Accountability
– Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
Drive Engagement
– Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
Instill Trust
– Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
Drive Results
– Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
Consumer/Customer Focus
– Building strong customer relationships and delivering on customer-centric solutions
Critical Thinking
– Making Sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Being Resilient
– Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Optimize Work Processes
– Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement