Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington, DC

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 Manager, National Tax Quality Assurance & Risk Management

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago

The National Tax Quality Assurance (NTQA) QRM Support Team Manager is responsible for supporting the Deloitte Tax LLP regional Quality Risk Manager (QRM) network. This network is comprised of...

Manager, Tax

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago

Your Future Evolves Here** Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most complex and costly health conditions. Working across specialties and...

Sr Payroll & Tax Analyst

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago

entries Excellent knowledge of MS Office, especially advanced level Excel skills Great computational ability and ability to analyze large data sets Attention to detail Ability to adapt and work as...

US E - Tax - Manager - National Tax - AI Data Scientist (TTO - P&A Asset Portfolio)

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

If you are a technology visionary with a passion for transforming global tax business with digital technology, consider working with the US Tax Transformation technology team. This is an exciting...

Tax Specialist Summer 2026

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory,...

Tax Associate 2027

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 15 hours ago

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory,...

Tax Manager (PCS) - Any Location

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

taxation, particularly with respect to partnership equity investments **What you can expect from us:** + Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect...

Payroll Tax Manager

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

This role oversees tax research, handles tax agency correspondence, maintains ADP SmartCompliance records, and ensures proper authorization documentation is in place....

International Tax Director - Full-time

  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

You will lead a team of international tax specialists. You will also be responsible for the international tax aspects of the tax provision for financial reporting purposes....

Tax Preparer Assistant- Franchise Location

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do... As you inspire people to make confident, informed decisions about their lives, careers, and money, youll build client relationships that will grow stronger every year. What Youll...

Tax Professional - Franchise Location

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

What you'll do... As you inspire people to make confident, informed decisions about their lives, careers, and money, you'll build client relationships that will grow stronger every year. Joining...

Federal Tax Associate (Fall 2026/ January 2027)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (18 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Federal Tax Associate (Fall 2026/ Winter 2027)

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Credits, Incentives & Methods - Accounting Methods & Periods - Tax Associate - Fall 2026

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Tax Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

A reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Director to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington, DC

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
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 Washington, DC
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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