Tax Specialist Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Financial Markets & Real Estate - FP Tax, Manager

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

Industry/Sector FS X-Sector Specialism Assurance Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services related to...

Mergers and Acquisition Tax (M&A Tax) - Senior Manager

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

Entry Level Corporate Tax Associate - New York

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, youa ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and...

Projects Tax Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Familiarity with renewable energy incentives, such as the various tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act, and partnership taxation is preferred. Strong academic credentials....

Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Support tax compliance for employee benefits, executive compensation, and payroll reporting. Prepare/review annual income tax provisions per ASC 740 and other supporting documentation....

Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development Tax - Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Block Advisor Tax Advisor H&R Block - 4.1 Washington, DC Job Details Estimated: $35.9K - $130K a year 1 day ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Health insurance Employee assistance program...

Experienced Tax Professional

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 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 Specialist, Tax & Regulatory Compliance

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Prepare tax-related General Ledger journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Assist in deferred tax asset accounting and policy development....

Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

Prepare and review tax returns Develop and maintain client relationships Oversee and manage a team of tax associates Provide outstanding client service Responsibilities: Perform complex tax research...

Corporate Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Corporate Tax Senior Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Financial Markets & Real Estate - FP Tax, Senior Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 days ago

Industry/Sector FS X-Sector Specialism Assurance Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting services...

Tax Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

Steptoe LLP seeks an associate to join its Tax and Private Client practice in the firm's New York or Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of Tax experience. In this...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 days ago

Tax Senior Functions: Oversee a team of highly motivated staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Review staff tax returns Tax Senior Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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