Tax Specialist Jobs in New Mexico

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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Senior Tax Manager

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 hours 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...

Remote Work

Tax Senior Associate, Flow Thru Entities - Asset Management

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to pass-through entities and partnerships and for a variety of Asset Management clients Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers!...

Sales and Marketing Manager for Tax and Accounting Firm

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources At Jackson Hewitt, and its Franchisees,...

Remote Work

Senior Tax Associate- Individual Tax Services

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago

Four (4)+ years' experience in tax return review and planning for high net worth individuals Multi-state tax compliance experience for individuals, including understanding of composite, withholding...

Remote Work

Tax Senior Manager (Path to Partner)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available Tax Senior Manager (Path to Partner) Carr, Riggs & Ingram Location: Santa Fe, NM - 87501 Positions available: 2 Job #: 4146 Source: Carr, Riggs & Ingram Posted: 5/21/2025 Web...

Tax Manager (Path to Partner)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Santa Fe MSA $48k - $62k Per Year Tax Manager (Path to Partner) CapinCrouse LLP Occupation: Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents Location: Santa...

Tax Senior (C-Corp/ASC 740) - Any Location

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 days ago

**As a Tax Senior, you will:** + Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with C-Corps and ASC 740 tax provisions highly desirable + Research fundamental tax issues using online...

Senior Tax Manager - REMOTE!

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 22 days ago

Our client, a prestigious boutique CPA firm, is seeking a High-Net-Worth Senior Tax Manager to join their growing Private Client Services group! This is a key leadership role that offers a great...

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Tax Manager

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Oversee a team of highly motivated Tax staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Meet regularly with business and community contacts to maintain...

Tax Manager

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 28 days ago

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS In-depth understanding of individual and business taxation principles, estates and trusts, and at least two specialized areas of tax compliance....

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

**As a Tax Manager, you will:** + Provide clients with tax compliance and consulting services related to protecting their tax-exempt status + Prepare and/or review tax returns for exempt organizations...

Tax Preparer

  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Tax Preparer Department/Business Unit: Managed Operations Reports to: Office Supervisor Status: Seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary The Tax Preparer role involves preparing...

Manager - Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 30+ days ago

. + Minimum of 5 years' experience in federal tax compliance or tax consulting services. + Experience with costing models utilizing excel pivot tables. + Desire to participate in strategic planning...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ 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....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in New Mexico

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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