Tax Specialist Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • GPAC
  • Paris, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 4 days ago

Prepare and review tax returns Develop and maintain client relationships Oversee and manage a team of tax associates Provide outstanding client service Responsibilities: Perform complex tax research...

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Manager, Tax (Income Tax)

  • GE Appliances
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Experience with U.S. federal and multistate corporate income tax compliance required....

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Tax Manager

  • Brewer Morris
  • Ghent, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Ghent, KY
  • 5 days ago

This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional seeking broad ownership, technical depth, and exposure to cross-border operations and strategic decision-making....

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Senior Manager, Tax and Accounting

  • Crete Professionals Alliance
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Senior Manager - Tax & Accounting Louisville, KY | Hybrid Flexibility Join One of the Fastest-Growing Accounting Firms in the U.S. Abacus! is growing - and we're looking for an experienced Senior...

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Tax Manager

  • Monroe Shine & Co.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a tax professional to manage the day-to-day responsibilities for tax return preparation including client interviews, staff supervision, review, planning, and research for individual...

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Tax Specialist - Schulte Hospitality Group

  • Schulte Companies
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Ensure timely payment of all sales, property and specialty taxes. Research tax issues and respond to notices from various taxing authorities....

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Tax Senior

  • GPAC
  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, KY
  • 6 days ago

Ability to work effectively as part of a team of tax professionals. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Dedication to maintaining the highest ethical and professional standards....

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Tax Senior - Partner Tax Matters

  • Deloitte
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

Strong knowledge of federal and state partnership tax compliance, including partner-level income allocations, tax research, and tax planning....

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Tax Manager

  • Rudler,PSC
  • Ft Wright, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Ft Wright, KY
  • 7 days ago

Tax Manager Rudler, PSC is excited to welcome a Tax Manager to our expanding team. Positions are offered on both part-time and full-time bases, with options for in-person, hybrid, or remote...

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Tax Senior - Estates & Trusts (Fiduciary Tax)

  • Monroe Shine & Co.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Salary: Company Description: 100 years strong, Monroe Shine is one of the largest, most respected independent CPA & Business Consulting firms in the region. Monroe Shine is committed to serving...

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Sr. Tax Analyst

  • ConvaTec
  • Bagdad, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Bagdad, KY
  • 14 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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Director of Tax

  • Valvoline Inc.
  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago

Experience with tax research software, i.e., CCH, BNA, etc....

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Tax Senior Associate

  • C010 Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. As a Tax Senior...

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Tax Manager - Louisville, KY

  • C010 Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago

taxation, particularly with respect to partnership equity investments Tax Provision/ASC 740 experience a plus Strong understanding of clients' businesses and industries What you can expect from us:...

Hybrid

Tax Senior Associate, Asset Management

  • KPMG
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 21 days ago

to provide industry knowledge and experience Build and manage client relationships Manage teams of tax professionals and assistants working on client projects Advise clients and be accountable for...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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