Tax Specialist Jobs in Horn Lake, MS

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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US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY27 Hire)

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 6/15/2025 Work youll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor the go-to tax professional...

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY28 Hire)

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 7/28/2025 Work youll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor the go-to tax professional...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 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...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 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...

Indirect Excise Tax Staff

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago

Indirect Excise Tax Staff at EY in Memphis, Tennessee, United States Job Description Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed...

Tax Senior Manager, Asset Management - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 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...

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Tax Senior

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 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

  • Southaven, MS (2 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (2 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 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 Manager

  • Southaven, MS (2 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (2 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 2 days ago

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

Financial Services - Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Senior

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Financial Services - Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Senior at EY in Memphis, Tennessee, United States Job Description Location: Anywhere in country. At EY, we're all in to shape your future...

Financial Services - Global Compliance and Reporting - Real Estate - Tax Manager

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

. + Professional knowledge in a broad range of real estate tax technical and transaction skills, including partnership taxation, REITs taxation and qualification, partnership allocations, tax compliance...

Financial Services-Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Manager-EDGE client aligned

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

The objective is to recognize and identify problem areas and items that need to be addressed or escalated to ensure tax returns, tax research, tax accounting, and tax projects are timely and accurately...

Financial Services - Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Manager

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Financial Services - Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Manager at EY in Memphis, Tennessee, United States Job Description Location: Anywhere in country. At EY, we're all in to shape your future...

Indirect Transaction Tax Senior

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Indirect Transaction Tax Senior at EY in Memphis, Tennessee, United States Job Description Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you...

Financial Services - Global Compliance and Reporting - Real Estate - Tax Senior

  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN (13 miles from Horn Lake, MS)
  • 6 days ago

. + CPA required for advancement + A minimum of 3 years relevant experience + Knowledge in a broad range of real estate tax technical and transaction skills, including partnership taxation, REIT taxation...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Horn Lake, MS

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Horn Lake, MS 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 Horn Lake, MS
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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