Tax Specialist Jobs in Tinley Park, 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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Business Tax Manager - Work From Home

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 2 hours 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 Senior

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 2 hours 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...

Senior Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Senior Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home at Intuit summary: As a Senior Business Tax Consultant at Intuit, you provide expert tax preparation and guidance for complex business returns,...

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Business Tax Specialist - Work From Home

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Indirect Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie products offer long lasting beauty and endless design...

US E - Tax Manager US Payroll Operations - BPS

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Join the worlds leading professional services firm assisting employers in operating payrolls for their workforce. As a Manager you will join a dynamic team delivering our US Managed Payroll Tax...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including deferred tax analysis....

Tax Manager - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, & planning to improve their operational efficiency & free up time to be spent focusing on personal wealth strategy....

Tax Senior Associate - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time that can be spent focusing on business strategy....

Tax Director - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, & planning to improve their operational efficiency & free up time to be spent focusing on personal wealth strategy....

Japanese Business Network - Private Tax Senior Manager

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Japanese Business Network - Private Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time that can be spent focusing on business strategy....

Tax Director - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Tinley Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

compliance, and planning to help improve their operational efficiency and to free up time that can be spent focusing on business strategy....

Demographic Data for Tinley Park, IL

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Tinley Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Tinley Park, 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 Tinley Park, 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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