Tax Specialist Jobs in Kansas

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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Senior International Tax Analyst

  • Koch
  • Wichita, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 8 days ago

If you are looking to increase your tax technical skills, gain exposure to complex issues and learn from a strong team of experienced tax professionals, consider a role at Koch....

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Tax Specialist

  • Ferrellgas
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 12 days ago

Assigned tasks may include preparation and filing of tax returns, license applications and information reports, processing tax payments and journal entries and handling inquiries related to company...

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Director, Tax

  • Security Benefit
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 13 days ago

Demonstrated experience managing tax compliance for a multi-entity corporate group, including consolidated return positions. Experience with premium tax compliance across multiple states....

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Senior Tax Associate

  • Qtsdatacenters
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 13 days ago

740 Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, Legal, Treasury, and other teams to support transactions, restructurings, and new investments Conduct tax research and assess the impact of new laws,...

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Sr. Tax Analyst

  • ConvaTec
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 13 days ago

As a trusted tax professional you will be responsible for managing and supporting a wide range of corporate tax functions with a focus on federal, state direct and indirect tax compliance and tax provision...

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State and Local Tax Manager

  • Shamrock Trading Corporation
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 14 days ago

About Shamrock Trading Corporation Shamrock Trading Corporation is a family of brands that has been serving the transportation and logistics industries since 1986. Shamrock offers factoring...

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Content Management Analyst- Tax SME

  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago

Serve as the day-to-day tax compliance representative in cross-functional discussions, balancing speed of delivery with quality and risk management....

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Content Management Analyst- Tax Analyst SME

  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Wichita, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 15 days ago

Serve as the day-to-day tax compliance representative in cross-functional discussions, balancing speed of delivery with quality and risk management....

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Sr. Tax Analyst

  • Metronet
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 days ago

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS: Experience in partnership taxation Experience utilizing tax compliance software Strong problem solving, analytics, and communication skills Strong proficiency in Microsoft...

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Credentialed Tax Professional

  • MCI Careers
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a highly skilled and dedicated Credentialed Tax Professional to join our team....

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International Analyst Tax

  • Compass Minerals
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Summary: Primary responsibility will include international tax compliance, preparation of transfer pricing calculations and assistance with international research/special projects....

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Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

  • Qtsdatacenters
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 45+ days ago

Who You Are: At QTS, our Payroll team impacts every employee across our organization, and as the Senior Payroll Tax Analyst, you take that responsibility to heart. By working with our internal...

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Senior Tax Analyst

  • Koch Industries, Inc.
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Income Tax & Provision Software experience Experience working with partnership and/or international tax compliance At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs....

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Senior Tax Associate

  • Ascend Partner Services LLC
  • Leawood, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 60+ days ago

We are looking for tax professionals that want to use their gifts and expertise to make a tangible impact....

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Tax Manager

  • Ascend Partner Services LLC
  • Leawood, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 60+ days ago

The Role If you're an experienced tax professional looking for a culture that supports personal growth, collaborative relationships, and innovative minds through a flexible working environment, you...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Associate's Degree
7.1%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.3%
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 Kansas
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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