Tax Specialist Jobs in Elmhurst, 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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Benaiah Consulting Group, LLC

Tax Manager

Proficiency in tax research and preparation methodologies. Ability to manage multiple priorities Passion for helping small businesses succeed....

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Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 30+ 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....

Distribution Support Specialist Tax

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the...

Tax Senior - Any Location

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

As a Tax Senior, you will: Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with C-Corps and ASC 740 tax provisions highly desirable Research fundamental tax issues using online tools...

Financial Markets & Real Estate - FP Tax, Manager

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 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...

Financial Markets & Real Estate - FP Tax, Senior Associate

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Federal Tax Senior Manager - Financial Services Organization - GCR/Insurance

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Working with dedicated professionals in the insurance industry, you will be involved in dynamic tax compliance projects to develop your tax technical knowledge....

Tax Senior Analyst - FSO - Fiduciary Trust Estate Advisory Services

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

. + Performing tax research and preparing written tax advice + Preparing tax information statements and tax returns including complex Forms 1041 and state income tax returns for trusts and estates +...

Director, Tax

  • Elmhurst, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Elmhurst, IL
  • 1 day ago

Oversees and completes initial review of Federal and State income tax compliance, including Federal, State and Local income tax quarterly filings and payments, Canadian tax compliance and transfer pricing...

Tax Senior Manager, Federal Tax - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to pass-through entities and partnerships for a variety of Asset Management clients Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to...

Remote Work

Senior Tax Manager - Domestic Compliance & Planning

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This position is responsible for federal and state income tax compliance, tax accounting (ASC 740 & SSAP 101), and planning functions; performing federal and state tax research and planning functions...

Senior Tax Analyst (Sales and Use Tax)

  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsible for assisting with the monthly sales and use tax compliance filings, including pulling data, review of draft returns, and preparing account reconciliations....

International Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Alteryx experience Experience with US GAAP tax accounting ASC 740 Experience utilizing OneSource Tax Provision Software, CORPTAX, Hyperion/FCCS, and Oracle....

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 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...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (12 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 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 Elmhurst, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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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