Tax Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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 Director I Private Client Services

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Marcum LLP is thrilled to announce that we are now part of CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs, a partnership that unites us with one of the nations top accounting and advisory providers. As part of this new...

Audit/Tax Manager

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Position Summary Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Manager to join our fast-growing firm. The Manager will manage a variety of tax, audit and other assignments as designated by the...

Tax Analyst (Corporate Income Tax)

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

entries Prepare estimated and extension tax payments for federal and some state and local tax returns Prepare corporate income tax returns for federal, combined states/cities and stand-alone states...

Senior Analyst, Tax

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job Title : Senior Analyst, Income Tax Compliance Division: Corporate Finance Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ Reports To: AVP, Tax Compliance Who We Are: For more than a century, LOreal has devoted...

Tax Manager

  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 3 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

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 3 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

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 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 - Information Reporting

  • Runnemede, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Runnemede, NJ
  • 3 days ago

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader were changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world....

Tax Manager

  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 3 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

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 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...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 4 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....

Tax Manager

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Tax Manager Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we...

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 Director

  • Cranford, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Our client is a public accounting firm.They seek a Tax Director to join their Real Estate group in their Cranford, NJ office.ResponsibilitiesPlan and prepare tax returns for closely held...

Tax Senior Associate - Fixed Asset Advisory

  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Falls, NJ
  • 5 days ago

The Weaver Experience Weaver is a full-service national accounting, advisory and consulting firm with opportunities for professionals in many different fields. We seek to bring a human element to...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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