Tax Specialist Jobs in Lincolnwood, 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 Senior

  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour 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

  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry!...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (16 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other Public Accounting positions, reach out to Kat Stults with Gpac at ... or call/text at ......

Tax Associate - Chicago, IL - Class of 2026

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description Tax Associate - Chicago, IL - Class of 2026 As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation's top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates...

Junior Tax Associate

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: A premier boutique law firm seeks a Junior Tax Associate with 3–5 years of experience to support its growing Private Client practice. The role includes research, planning,...

Tax Senior

  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, 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

  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry!...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (17 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other Public Accounting positions, reach out to Kat Stults with Gpac at ... or call/text at ......

Tax Consultant Intern (Transfer Pricing) (Summer 2026)

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Full Time Tax Consultant (Transfer Pricing) (Summer 2026, Winter 2027)

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Manager, Tax Technology

  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

CPA certification welcomed but not required. 5+ years of progressive responsibility in a publicly traded corporation or public accounting firm....

Tax Advisor - National Tax - Finance Transformation - Tax Tech and Transform - Senior - MP - 1637117

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Must have 1 year of experience with a professional services firm, mid-sized/regional to large sized/national public accounting firm, or a global management consultancy firm....

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Transfer Pricing) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY27 Hire)

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Financial Services - International Corporate Tax Advisory - Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

research, planning and compliance experience + Ability to succinctly and clearly communicate complex tax concepts to clients + Experience managing budgets, projects, and people Ideally, you'll also...

Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (8 miles from Lincolnwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

entry posting Collaborate with the service provider to track, respond, and manage income tax audits Act as a key contributor in preparing the Company's global tax provision and related financial statement...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Lincolnwood, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Lincolnwood, 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
5.2%
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 Lincolnwood, 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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