Tax Specialist Jobs in Addison, IL

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 Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

ABOUT YOU Preferred Experience 1-3 years of experience in tax compliance and consulting with a focus on large operating partnerships/corporations. Manufacturing industry experience....

Senior Tax Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Senior Tax Manager Functions: Oversee a team of highly motivated staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Meet regularly with business and community contacts to maintain...

Tax Manager - High Net Worth

  • Lincolnshire, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities Responsibilities: Lead and manage tax compliance engagements in accordance with firm and professional standards, within budget and deadline expectations Plan and schedule tax engagements...

Sr. Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

compliance....

Tax Director - Mergers & Acquisitions (Private Equ

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

In-depth knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax laws, international tax concepts, and partnership taxation....

Tax Specialist I - Notice Resolution

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Previous experience in Payroll, Accounting, or Tax Compliance field is strongly preferred....

Tax Manager, Exempt Organizations

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here: At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, youre trusted to deliver results and make an...

Senior Tax Staff, Exempt Organizations

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance software CCH, 990 Tracker, or similar platform Exposure or understanding of Alteryx We expect the candidate to uphold Crowes values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship....

FY26 US Seasonal Tax-Private Tax-Manager

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, or S Corp tax compliance for our Private Tax clients....

Remote Work

Tax Senior

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities for Tax Senior: Ability to complete individual, trusts, partnerships, and corporate returns Assure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations Tax research, tax...

Tax Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Oversee a team of highly motivated Tax staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Meet regularly with business and community contacts to maintain...

Tax Manager, Value Chain Alignment

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Manager, Value Chain Alignment Tax Services | Business Tax Same job available in 6 locations Position Summary Are you a strategic thinker with first-hand knowledge across a variety of...

Tax Senior

  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with tax...

Indirect Property Tax Senior--US

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Tax Manager - Financial Services Organization - Banking & Capital Markets

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Addison, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Engagements may involve tax accounting, tax compliance, federal/state/international tax planning, process improvements, information reporting and withholding....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Addison, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Addison, IL 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 Addison, IL
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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