Tax Specialist Jobs in Central, LA

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 Tax Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 16 hours ago

100% Remote Sr. Tax Manager position Position Responsibilities: Review and prepare complex individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns Lead role in tax planning and client advisories...

Remote Work

Revenue Tax Specialist 1

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Revenue Tax Specialist 1 Salary $3,127.00 - $6,136.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Promotion Job Number COL-6325-AB Department Revenue-Office of Revenue Division Collections Opening Date...

Revenue Tax Specialist

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 5 days ago

Six semester hours in accounting, business, economics, finance, management, information systems management, or quantitative methods plus one of the following: Four years of experience in...

Tax Auditor 2

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 5 days ago

Four years of experience in tax accounting or tax auditing; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus twenty-four semester hours in accounting plus one year of experience in tax...

Full-Time Tax Preparer For Business Management Firm

  • Central, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Central, LA
  • 15 days ago

FULL-TIME TAX PREPARER FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT FIRM (WEST HOLLYWOOD) EMAIL FOR FURTHER INFO Sunset Blvd near Doheny compensation: Salary - STARTING AT $38.00 per hour - Benefits include Paid...

Tax Senior (C-Corp/ASC 740) - Any Location

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 18 days ago

**As a Tax Senior, you will:** + Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with C-Corps and ASC 740 tax provisions highly desirable + Research fundamental tax issues using online...

Senior Tax Manager - REMOTE!

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 24 days ago

Our client, a prestigious boutique CPA firm, is seeking a High-Net-Worth Senior Tax Manager to join their growing Private Client Services group! This is a key leadership role that offers a great...

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Tax Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 25 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Research, review, and organize tax documents Maintain tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Oversee, train, and mentor tax professionals Business development...

Tax Senior

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 25 days ago

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

Tax Senior Associate: Oil & Gas

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 26 days ago

EisnerAmper is seeking a Tax Senior Associate to join the Private Client Services (PCS) practice, specifically in our Oil & Gas tax compliance team....

Senior Tax Associate - Tax Publishing (National Office)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

writing skills Ability to meet deadlines Strong proficiency with tax research databases (Bloomberg BNA, RIA Checkpoint, TaxNotes, etc.)...

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

**As a Tax Manager, you will:** + Provide clients with tax compliance and consulting services related to protecting their tax-exempt status + Prepare and/or review tax returns for exempt organizations...

2025 Tax Staff I Private Client Services (PCS)

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether youre starting out in your career or taking your next step as a...

Manager - Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

. + Minimum of 5 years' experience in federal tax compliance or tax consulting services. + Experience with costing models utilizing excel pivot tables. + Desire to participate in strategic planning...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA (1 mile from Central, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

Demographic Data for Central, LA

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Central, LA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Central, LA 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 Central, LA
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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