Tax Specialist Jobs in Nebraska

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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Now Hiring! Senior Tax Associate in NW Omaha!

  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 18 hours ago

Senior Tax Associate | Full-Service Public Accounting Firm | Omaha/Fremont Area Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Competitive Pay GPAC is partnered with a well-established, family-built and owned...

Senior Tax Analyst/Manager

  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 hours ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 hours ago

In addition, this position will be responsible for assisting with tax research and communication with taxing authorities....

Tax Senior - Federal / Corporate Tax

  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 3 days ago

compliance, tax planning, tax controversy, and tax research....

Tax Senior Manager - Private Equity

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago

Work you'll do As a Senior Tax Manager, you will utilize your prior experience to provide tax compliance and consulting services to investment management clients....

Tax Senior

  • Papillion, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Papillion, NE
  • 7 days ago

As a Tax Senior at this experienced firm, you'll play a pivotal role in managing our clients' tax-related issues. Your responsibilities will include offering expert tax advice, ensuring adherence...

Tax Senior

  • Gretna, NE
  • 7 days ago
  • Gretna, NE
  • 7 days ago

As a Tax Senior at this experienced firm, you'll play a pivotal role in managing our clients' tax-related issues. Your responsibilities will include offering expert tax advice, ensuring adherence...

Tax Senior Associate: Estate & Administrative Trust (ONESOURCE) - Remote Option KPMG life insurance, 401(k) United States, Nebraska, Lincoln 1248 O Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At KPMG, you...

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Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to corporations and partnerships for a variety of clients from Fortune 100 to emerging businesses Participate with accounting for income...

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Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option)

  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 10 days ago

Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option) KPMG life insurance, 401(k) United States, Nebraska, Omaha 1212 North 96th Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At KPMG, you can become an integral part...

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International Tax Senior Analyst

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago

**WHAT YOU WILL DO (Job Responsibilities)** + Facilitate the U.S. international tax compliance process for foreign entities (Forms 5471, 8858, 1118, etc.) by coordinating data collection and validation...

Tax Professional - Utility Industry

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 10 days ago

Tax Professional - Utility Industry Remote - USA,USA About Us SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC (SolomonEdwards) is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and technology...

Tax Manager, State & Local Income Tax - (Remote Option)

  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago

research skills KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges....

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Payroll Tax Analyst

  • NE
  • 12 days ago
  • NE
  • 12 days ago

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and...

Tax Manager

  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 12 days ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 13 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 13 days 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Nebraska

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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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