Tax Specialist Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

A Tax Specialist in the accounting industry is responsible for preparing, filing, and ensuring the accuracy of an organization's or individual's tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and providing advice on tax related matters. They research, analyze, interpret, and apply tax laws, regulations, and court decisions to help optimize tax savings and minimize tax liabilities. Their duties also include identifying tax savings opportunities, developing tax strategies, and assisting with audits and tax litigations.

The skills required for a Tax Specialist include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, a thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations, and proficiency in tax software and databases. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and tax authorities. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Tax Coach (CTC) certification would be advantageous. Prior roles that can lead to a Tax Specialist position include Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, or Tax Associate.

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Tax Senior, Investment Management - Private Wealth (West Region Office Locations)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Are you a leader and strategic thinker with extensive first-hand knowledge across multiple areas of taxation? Do you excel at delivering compliance and consulting services to...

State Income and Franchise - Investment Management Tax Manager - Multistate

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

taxation Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the...

Tax Manager - Business Tax Services - Federal/Corporate Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative federal tax professional who likes solving complex federal tax issues? Do phrases like "accounting for income taxes," "tax advisory," and "tax...

Tax Senior - Investment Management - Private Equity Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Do you have experience serving clients in partnership taxation, leading and mentoring teams, and advising on important tax and business issues?...

Tax Manager - Investment Management - Private Equity Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Do you have experience serving clients in partnership taxation, leading and mentoring teams, and advising on important tax and business issues?...

Tax Senior, Sustainability Credits - National Federal Tax Services

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Our Global Investment and Innovation Incentives ("Gi3") practice provides our clients a broad range of government credits and incentives ("C&I") services across more than 150...

Tax Senior - Business Tax Services - Federal/Corporate Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative federal tax professional who likes solving complex federal tax issues across multiple jurisdictions and countries? Do phrases like "accounting for...

Property Tax Senior - Multistate

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

We bring together deep tax and industry knowledge, a national network of property tax specialists, and proprietary technology capabilities to help our clients explore new approaches, resourcing models...

Sr Payroll Tax Specialist - AZ - On Site

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll, federal, state and local wage laws required. MasterTax and Prism/HRP experience preferred....

Payroll Tax Specialist - AZ -On Site

  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary The Payroll Tax Specialist is responsible for various federal and state tax compliance and related tax research associated with the Payroll industry....

Tax Director

  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Who we are... Verra Mobility is a global leader in smart mobility. We develop technology-enabled solutions that help the world move safely and easily. We are fostering the development of safe...

Trust Tax Senior Associate or Associate

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

US E - Tax - Property Tax Manager - Multistate

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

We bring together deep tax and industry knowledge, a national network of property tax specialists, and proprietary technology capabilities to help our clients explore new approaches, resourcing models...

US E - Tax - State Income and Franchise - Investment Management Tax Senior - Multistate

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

taxation Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field One of the following active accreditations obtained, in process, or willing and able to obtain: Licensed CPA in state of practice...

US E - Tax - Manager - Business Tax Services - Investment Management - Private Wealth (BTS West Region)

  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

Are you a leader and strategic thinker with extensive first-hand knowledge across multiple areas of taxation? Do you excel at delivering compliance and consulting services to individual clients...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Apache Junction, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in Apache Junction, AZ
None
27.3%
1-2 years
22.7%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
4-6 years
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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