Tax Specialist Jobs in Wood Dale, 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 Facilities Maintenance

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Role Overview** **Sodexo** is seeking a **Tax Manager** for our Facilities Maintenance business. This is a **remote** role You'll play a crucial role in shaping our financial future by: +...

Remote Work

Tax Senior Associate - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary A career in our Personal Financial Service...

Tax Manager - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Personal Financial Service practice,...

Tax Senior Manager - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide the...

Tax Manager - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide the...

Tax Director - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Director Job Description & Summary A career in our Personal Financial Service...

Tax Director - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Director Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide the...

Tax Senior Manager - Personal Financial Services

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Personal Financial Service...

Tax Senior Associate - Private Companies

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide...

Manager - Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

CHICAGO!!!New Opening - Great Tax Senior Manager opportunityTax Senior Manager 150-165k + Bonus (Financial Services) ChicagoA Career advancement opportunity with a fast track to PartnershipA Large...

Tax Director

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Director 130-165k + Bonus (D.O.E.)Financial Services Fund Administrator CPA Firm Tax Director fast track to Partner within 2-3 years. Are you keeping your options open? Over 200 Hedge Fund...

Tax Manager - Internal Partner/Individual Tax team - JR101850_0-7366

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providingclients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in majorregions...

Remote Work

Tax Manager, Compliance & Provision

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Overview... JBT Marel Corporation (JBTM) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Tax Manager to join our team. The Tax Manager will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing the...

Manager, Tax (Remote Work Options)

  • Aurora, IL (19 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (19 miles from Wood Dale, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Manager, Tax (Remote Work Options) Company: CDM Smith Location: Aurora, IL Date Posted: 4/24/25, 2:25 AM 41460BR Requisition ID: 41460BR Business Unit: COR Job Description: As Tax Manager, you...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Wood Dale, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale, 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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