Tax Specialist Jobs in Huntley, 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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Manager - Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Credits & Incentive Advisory (TCIA)**, within Cherry Bekaert's Strategic Tax Advisory practice, is a quickly growing group generating more than $20 Million in annual revenue for the firm. TCIA...

Tax Senior

  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Tax Manager

  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago

A Top CPA firm is looking to add a Senior Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm,...

CPA Tax Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a strategic Tax Manager with exceptional people skills for a Leadership role at a CPA firm in Schaumburg. Our ideal candidate: Develops, motivates, and trains professional staff,...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Arlington Heights, IL (24 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (24 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 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....

Tax Manager

  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago

A Top CPA firm is looking to add a Senior Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm,...

Tax Senior

  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampshire, IL (7 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Arlington Heights, IL (24 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (24 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax codes, rules, and processes. We do this with integrity, quality, and consistency. This is...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Zurich Group and Cover-More Group have agreed to acquire AIG's global personal travel insurance and assistance business (AIG Travel). This acquisition strengthens Cover-More Group's global...

Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Zurich North America is hiring a Tax Analyst to join their team! We are open to hiring talent in our Zurich office located in Schaumburg, IL. The successful candidate under guidance will perform...

Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Tax Analyst Schaumburg, IL, USA Req #290 Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Location: Schaumburg, IL (currently hybrid with up to 50% remote) Your mission in the finance team: At TouchTunes, your work...

Sales and Use Tax Senior Associate

  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Cherry Bekaert Sales and Use Tax Senior Associate in Elgin , Illinois Description Description Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as...

International Tax Senior

  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Huntley, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Cherry Bekaert International Tax Senior in Elgin , Illinois Description Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Huntley, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Huntley, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
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 Huntley, 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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