Tax Specialist Jobs in Cumming, IA

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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Federal Tax Senior Manager - Financial Services Organization - GCR/Insurance

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago

740 and SSAP 101 + Income tax support for audits and income tax experience for Insurance companies as well as C Corporations + At least 5 - 6 years of experience in preparing 1120, 1120 PC, 1120 L...

Tax Senior Manager, Federal Tax - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 4 days ago

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive...

Remote Work

Tax Senior

  • De Soto, IA (13 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • De Soto, IA (13 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 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...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team! Enjoy...

Senior Content Management Analyst- Tax QA

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

The Senior Tax Analyst must be versed in tax law, capable of providing clarification and interpretation to the software development team when needed, as well as conducting tax research using various...

Tax Senior

  • Indianola, IA (15 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (15 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 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 Director - Global Information Reporting

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Director Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting...

Tax Senior Manager - Global Information Reporting

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career within Financial Markets Business Advisory services, will...

Asset & Wealth Management - Renewable Energy Tax Senior Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Asset and Wealth Management Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Financial Services Tax practice, within...

Asset & Wealth Management - Tax Senior Associate

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Asset and Wealth Management Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing...

Insurance Tax Senior Associate - United States

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and...

Asset & Wealth Management Tax Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Asset and Wealth Management Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and...

Tax Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

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

Tax Manager

  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (20 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Tax Senior

  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from Cumming, IA)
  • 10 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Cumming, IA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Cumming, IA 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 Cumming, IA
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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