Tax Specialist Jobs in Alpharetta, GA

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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State and Local Tax Senior Manager

  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Doeren Mayhew is a $170 million certified public accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan, with offices in Grand Rapids, Saranac, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, Dallas, Charlotte, Tampa...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 1 day ago

A highly respected and growing local CPA firm is looking to bring on an experienced Senior Tax Associate who is ready to take the next step in their public accounting career....

Senior Tax Associate

  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

A highly respected and growing local CPA firm is looking to bring on an experienced Senior Tax Associate who is ready to take the next step in their public accounting career....

Experienced Tax Professional - Remote

  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (12 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 2 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....

Remote Work

Tax Associate

  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 5 days ago

HighAbility to work in a fast paced deadline driven environment with a positive attitude HighGood tax research skills MediumAbility to work independently HighStrong written and verbal communication...

Sales Tax Manager (Compliance)

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Minimum of 5 years of progressive State and Local Tax of compliance experience in a Big 4, large regional public accounting firm, or industry with multi-state responsibility....

Tax Director, Credits and Incentives

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications: CPA, EA or JD required Experience working in a public accounting firm, specifically in areas such as Cost Segregation, Fixed Assets, Accounting Methods, Energy Credits and Investment...

Tax Senior

  • Sandy Springs, GA (14 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (14 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

I’m currently partnered with a highly respected public accounting firm that is seeking to add a Tax Senior to their growing team....

Tax Senior

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 7 days ago

I’m currently partnered with a highly respected public accounting firm that is seeking to add a Tax Senior to their growing team....

Tax Senior

  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

I’m currently partnered with a highly respected public accounting firm that is seeking to add a Tax Senior to their growing team....

Tax Senior

  • Lawrenceville, GA (21 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (21 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

I’m currently partnered with a highly respected public accounting firm that is seeking to add a Tax Senior to their growing team....

Tax Senior

  • Norcross, GA (14 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (14 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

I’m currently partnered with a highly respected public accounting firm that is seeking to add a Tax Senior to their growing team....

Tax Manager

  • Roswell, GA (6 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (6 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary The Tax Manager oversees tax planning and compliance for company operations in the U.S. and Mexico. This includes ensuring accurate and timely filings, interpreting tax regulations,...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Dunwoody, GA (10 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (10 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 11 days ago

research and analyses Assist with strategic tax planning where appropriate Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law development Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Taxation CPA, CMA...

Tax Preparer/Manager

  • Roswell, GA (6 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (6 miles from Alpharetta, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Tax Preparer/Manager (Roswell, GA, 30075) | 2025-08-12 14:01:06 Job Description Title: Tax Preparer/Manager Location: Roswell, GA (On-site) only U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders are eligible...

Demographic Data for Alpharetta, GA

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Alpharetta, GA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Alpharetta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
5.2%
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 Alpharetta, GA
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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