Tax Specialist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Sudina Search, LLC

Income Tax Manager (Hybrid)

Our client is a global leader in industrial solutions, offering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where innovation and expertise drive success. We are searching for a key person to join...

Business Tax Preparer - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Experience Required

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

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Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Are you an ambitious and proactive tax professional eager to advance in your career? LattaHarris, LLP, a distinguished accounting firm based in Eastern Iowa, is in search of a skilled Tax Manager....

Payroll Tax Senior Analyst- USA and CA

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description The Payroll Tax Senior Analyst for US and Canada will provide comprehensive payroll tax guidance and support to a high-volume, complex payroll department including but not limited...

Mergers and Acquisition Tax, Senior Manager

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 hours ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Deals Tax Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Merger and Acquisition Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide...

Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Support the accounting team with occasional bookkeeping, including journal entries, reconciliations, and ledger maintenance....

Tax Director

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

14 W Administrative ServicesBaltimore, MD 21201, USA DescriptionThe Agora Companies, an international consortium of publishing companies, is seeking a Tax Director to oversee its current tax...

Tax Manager, Devices and Services

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Join our innovative tax team and help shape the future of digital business taxation while working with ground breaking products that impact millions of customers globally. You'll collaborate with...

Tax Manager (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

A Top CPA firm in the [Maryland] area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent...

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Tax Preparer Job Opening

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Small boutique professional tax firm seeks a flexible and responsible tax preparer who can work independently, is well organized, and possesses excellent research and communication skills. The...

Tax Manager

  • Capitol Heights, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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

  • Davidsonville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davidsonville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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

  • Clarksburg, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksburg, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
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 Columbia, MD
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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