Tax Specialist Jobs in Arizona

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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ATLAS CPAs & Advisory

Tax Manager

ATLAS Navigators is an accounting, tax and consulting firm that is looking for someone who fits our culture, vision, work ethic and team. ATLAS stands for Advisors That Listen And Serve and our...

TAX MANAGER - FINANCIAL SERVICES - GLOBAL COMPLIANCE AND REPORTING - REAL ESTATE at EY in Tucson, Arizona, United States Job Description EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among...

Tax Manager - JR101315-7366

  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 16 hours ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providingclients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in majorregions...

Tax Manager - JR101315_0-7366

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 16 hours ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providingclients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in majorregions...

Asset & Wealth Management - Tax Senior Manager

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

ASSET & WEALTH MANAGEMENT - TAX SENIOR MANAGER at PwC in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description Specialty/Competency: Industry Tax Practice Industry/Sector: Asset and Wealth Management...

TAX PROVISION SENIOR MANAGER-TAX ACCOUNTING & RISK ADVISORY SERVICES ( TARAS) -OPEN LOCATION at EY in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description At EY, you'll have the chance to build a...

Federal Tax Manager - Financial Services Organization - Insurance

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

FEDERAL TAX MANAGER - FINANCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION - INSURANCE at EY in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are,...

TAX SENIOR MANAGER-FINANCIAL SERVICES-WEALTH AND ASSET MANAGEMENT CLIENT DELIVERY SERVICES-EDGE at EY in Tucson, Arizona, United States Job Description At EY, you'll have the chance to build a...

Asset & Wealth Management Tax Manager

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

ASSET & WEALTH MANAGEMENT TAX MANAGER at PwC in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description Specialty/Competency: Industry Tax Practice Industry/Sector: Asset and Wealth Management Time Type:...

Manager-Tax Compliance

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

MANAGER-TAX COMPLIANCE at Centuri Group, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description Manager-Tax Compliance Date: Mar 30, 2025 Location: Phoenix, AZ, US, 85027 Company: Centuri Group,...

TAX MANAGER - FINANCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION - TAX TECHNOLOGY & TRANSFORMATION at EY in Phoenix, Arizona, United States Job Description At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique...

Tax Manager - Business Tax Services - Partner of the Firm

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 17 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 17 hours ago

TAX MANAGER - BUSINESS TAX SERVICES - PARTNER OF THE FIRM at EY in Tucson, Arizona, United States Job Description At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the...

Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services - JR102367_47-7366

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providingclients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in majorregions...

Remote Work

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services at Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services at Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Phoenix, Arizona Posted in Other 3...

Remote Work

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Arizona

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Arizona 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 Arizona
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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