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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Payroll Tax Senior Analyst- USA and CA

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

Job Description The Payroll Tax Senior Analyst for US and Canada will provide comprehensive payroll tax guidance and support to a high-volume, complex payroll department including but not limited...

Mergers and Acquisition Tax, Senior Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • moments ago
  • Washington, DC
  • moments ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Deals Tax Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Merger and Acquisition Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide...

Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 hours ago

Support the accounting team with occasional bookkeeping, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance....

Tax Manager, Devices and Services

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

Join our innovative tax team and help shape the future of digital business taxation while working with ground breaking products that impact millions of customers globally. You'll collaborate with...

Tax Manager (Hybrid/Remote)

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

A Top CPA firm in the [Maryland] area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent...

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Tax Preparer Job Opening

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

Small boutique professional tax firm seeks a flexible and responsible tax preparer who can work independently, is well organized, and possesses excellent research and communication skills. The...

Tax Manager

  • Capitol Heights, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Clinton, MD (12 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton, MD (12 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Davidsonville, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davidsonville, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Senior (Remote Available)

  • Beltsville, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Beltsville, MD (11 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

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Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 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....

Director, Tax

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Role Overview: The Director, Tax will oversee and help establish global tax strategies, including transfer pricing, cross border transactions, and managing international tax compliance. At...

Tax Senior Manager - Seattle

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

At Brighton Jones, we're not just looking for high performerswe're seeking outstanding collaborators who overachieve on curiosity and compassion. We offer the energy and opportunity of a...

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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
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 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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