Tax Specialist Jobs in Cranford, NJ

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 Provision Senior Manager - Tax Accounting & Risk Advisory (TARAS) - GCR - various locations

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

The opportunity This team comprises our most highly specialized resources in the area of ASC 740, provision process and internal controls over the tax provision....

Tax Senior Associate Non-Profit

  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (13 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory,...

Tax Associate

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Associate NPA WorldWide New York, NY Job Details Full-time $250,000 - $360,000 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Law Doctoral degree Writing skills Research Doctor of Law Analysis skills Law...

Tax Specialist (US)

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Tax Specialist, you will be playing a key role within Fever's Tax practice working closely with the Tax Manager and the rest of the team, helping with the global tax compliance...

Managing Director, Tax

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers. Our business is unique in its ability to reach...

Tax Manager - Private Client

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Description & Requirements Forvis Mazars' Private Client tax advisors provide sophisticated tax compliance, consulting, and planning services to individuals, multi-generational families,...

Manager, Tax & Financial Services

  • Teaneck, NJ (22 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Teaneck, NJ (22 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in Corporate income tax and strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes skills....

US Tax Senior Vice President

  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

research and the drafting of all externally and internally prepared legal opinions and other tax position memos\n Cultivate deeper integration with key stakeholders and business functions to better...

Tax Senior Manager or Partner (Hybrid)

  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (10 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Top 100 CPA Firm is looking for Tax Talent who want to progress in their careers. They offer hybrid working arrangements, great work life balance, competitive pay, excellent training...

Private Partnership Solutions (PPS) - Tax Manager

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable Time Type: Full time Travel Requirements: Up to 20% A career within PwC Private will provide the opportunity to help private companies with a range of business...

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Payroll Tax Associate

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Payroll Tax Specialist to join our team....

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to...

Senior Tax Manager, US

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

A bit about us Do you want to join one of the world's fastest growing sports technology companies? Genius Sports is at the epicentre of the global network connecting sports, brands and fans...

Senior Tax Associate - Manufacturing, International, & Technology

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

Aprio PH - Tax Associate, Real Estate

  • Clark, NJ (2 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (2 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Cranford, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Cranford, NJ 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 Cranford, NJ
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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