Tax Specialist Jobs in Sandy Springs, 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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Tax Director - Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 4 hours ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

Director of Tax

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description The Director of Tax will lead Landmark Properties internal tax function, replacing the current reliance on external advisors and relieving senior leadership of direct tax...

Tax Manager, State & Local Tax Consulting

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: As a State and Local Tax Manager who specializes in Sales and Use Tax, your responsibilities will include performing tax research on state and local tax matters such as tax planning...

Director Tax

  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The primary function of this role is to oversee tax requirements and planning for company entities in both the United States and Mexico by interpreting applicable tax regulations,...

Tax Senior Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Senior Manager - Atlanta, GA Who: An experienced CPA, EA, or similarly credentialed tax leader with 7+ years in public accounting, consulting, or industry tax leadership. What: Oversee tax...

Tax Senior Manager, CPA

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Senior Manager, CPA Who: An experienced tax professional with at least 7 years in public accounting, consulting, or industry tax leadership, holding a CPA, EA, or similar certification. What:...

Manager or Senior Manager, Tax, National Power & Utilities Practice

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago

specialist Lead complex tax compliance engagements Build, manage, direct, and monitor multiple client engagement teams while maintaining active communication with clients to manage expectations and...

Compliance Manager, Tax & Unclaimed Property

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Compliance Manager, Tax & Unclaimed Property Finance / Accounting Atlanta, Georgia Direct Hire Aug 6, 2025 Compliance Lead - Tax Operations & Escheatment Exciting opportunity for an experienced...

Tax Manager (PCS) - Any Location

  • Alpharetta, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days 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 Flexibility...

Tax Senior - Any Location

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

Tax Senior - Any Location Company: Cherry Bekaert Advisory, LLC Location: Alpharetta, GA Posted: August 08, 2025 Description: Job Description Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting...

Tax Manager - Restaurant, Franchise & Hospitality

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Conduct tax research to stay up-to-date with changing tax laws and regulations and identify opportunities for tax planning....

Senior Tax Associate, Sales Tax

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

Tax Manager

  • Duluth, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days 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,...

Multi-State Payroll Tax Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

entries Ability to oversee Form W-2 process Travel Requirements Up to 20% Job Posting End Date Learn more about how we work: PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Duluth, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (14 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days 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,...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Sandy Springs, GA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Sandy Springs, 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
5.3%
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 Sandy Springs, 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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