Tax Specialist Jobs in East Chicago, IN

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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Tax Manager

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

A reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent...

Corporate Tax Senior Manager

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 23 hours ago

As the Corporate Tax Senior Manager, youll be a member of our corporate tax practice and work on business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting (either tax provision...

Senior Manager, Tax (Multiple Positions), Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Apply understanding of technology environments, interfaces, financial reporting standards, modeling, and technical tax guidance to improve tax processes and drive related technology enablement...

Tax Senior Manager - Financial Services Tax

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

at EisnerAmper LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an...

Tax Manager, Real Estate and Construction

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Tax consulting includes performing tax research, working with clients on tax matters and implementing special projects....

Tax Provision Senior Manager - Tax Accounting & Risk Advisory (TARAS) - GCR - various locations

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity This team comprises our most highly specialized resources in the area of ASC 740, provision process and internal controls over the tax provision....

International Tax Manager - Remote Eligible

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 1 day ago

at Eide Bailly LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Location: All Locations in the United States Work Arrangement: Remote Typical Day in the Life A typical day as an...

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Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Chicago, US-IL Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Experienced Tax Preparer Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax...

US Indirect Tax Associate

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 3 days ago

research databases for complex questions 2....

Tax Specialist (US)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 4 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Tax Specialist, you will be playing a key role within Fever's Tax practice working closely with the Tax Manager and the rest of the team, helping with the global tax compliance...

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Chicago, US-IL Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Entry Level Tax Preparer Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax...

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago

at Cherry Bekaert in Orland Park, Illinois, United States Job Description Description Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative...

Global Mobility Tax Senior Associate

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago

specialists Ability to manage competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment Computer expertise including knowledge of tax software and technology...

Tax Consultant

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from East Chicago, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-05-26 Position Title: Tax Consultant Job Description: Tax Consultant Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in East Chicago, IN

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in East Chicago, IN 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 East Chicago, IN
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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