Tax Specialist Jobs in Romeoville, 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 Manager

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Tax Manager

  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Manager – Immediate Opening! Public accounting firm in the Chicago Metro area (based in Warrenville, IL) that is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team right away! About...

Tax Manager

  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Manager – Immediate Opening! Public accounting firm in the Chicago Metro area (based in Warrenville, IL) that is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team right away! About...

Tax Manager

  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Manager – Immediate Opening! Public accounting firm in the Chicago Metro area (based in Warrenville, IL) that is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team right away! About...

Tax Senior

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours 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...

Tax Manager

  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (9 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Manager – Immediate Opening! Public accounting firm in the Chicago Metro area (based in Warrenville, IL) that is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team right away! About...

Tax Manager

  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Chicago, IL (18 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Tax Manager – Immediate Opening! Public accounting firm in the Chicago Metro area (based in Warrenville, IL) that is looking to add an experienced Tax Manager to their team right away! About...

Tax Manager, State & Local Income Tax - (Remote Option)

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

research skills KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges....

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Tax Senior

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days 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

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days 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 Supervisor

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

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

Senior Tax Manager

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days 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 Senior Associate, Flow Thru Entities - Asset Management

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Sr. Tax Manager- Excise & Compliance - Regulated Products

  • Bensenville, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Host quarterly tax compliance workshops and maintain internal training materials....

Tax Manager, State & Local Tax (Location Strategies & Structuring)

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (17 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

research skills Advanced degrees or certifications are preferred Proven project and staff management preferred Experience with tax technology a plus We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Romeoville, 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 Romeoville, 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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