What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Tax Intern position at Legends Global?
POSITION: Direct Tax Intern
DEPARTMENT: Tax
REPORTS TO: Direct Tax Manager
FLSA STATUS: Hourly
LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.
Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.
The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.
Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!
THE ROLE
The Direct Tax Intern will support corporate income tax compliance, reporting, provision work, tax research, and various planning initiatives. This role provides hands‑on experience with federal and state income tax, quarterly tax provision processes, and exposure to corporate tax technology and data management. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and eager to learn how tax functions operate in a corporate environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Income Tax Compliance
Assist in preparing federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns and supporting workpapers.
Help gather and analyze financial data needed for tax filings.
Support estimated tax payment calculations and extensions.
Tax Provision & Reporting
Assist with quarterly and year-end ASC 740 tax provision activities.
Help prepare schedules for current and deferred tax calculations.
Reconcile tax accounts and validate trial balance data used for provision purposes.
Research & Analysis
Perform direct tax research using tax databases and official guidance.
Summarize tax law changes and their potential business impact.
Support tax planning projects, modeling, or scenario analysis as needed.
Audit Support
Prepare documentation for federal or state income tax audits.
Assist with gathering supporting evidence for auditor requests.
Maintain organized audit files and schedules.
Process & Systems Support
Help document internal processes and controls related to direct tax.
Assist with data collection from ERP systems and evaluate data quality.
Participate in testing of tax software or updates (e.g., provision tools, compliance software).
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Pursuing a bachelor’s in accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics, or a related field
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas)
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Skills and Abilities
Coursework in income taxation or business law
Interest in pursuing a career in corporate tax, public accounting, or finance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On Site – Norwalk, CT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
NOTE:
The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.