Tax Specialist Jobs in Cheektowaga, NY

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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Multi-State Payroll Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 5 days ago

entries Ability to oversee Form W-2 process Travel Requirements Up to 20% Job Posting End Date Learn more about how we work: PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will...

Public Accounting Tax Senior

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 days ago

accounting Must have strong tax knowledge and accounting principles Strong leadership and ability to develop professionals Tax Senior Compensation and Benefits: Depending on Experience Full Health...

Public Accounting Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 10 days ago

accounting, in a tax or audit Must have the ability to utilize firm technology to enhance client service Must be able to lead and motivate a team of highly motivated individuals to a final goal Must...

Tax Professional - Franchise Location

  • Alden, NY (16 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Alden, NY (16 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 15 days ago

What you'll do... As you inspire people to make confident, informed decisions about their lives, careers, and money, you'll build client relationships that will grow stronger every year. Joining...

Korean Business Network - Private Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide the...

Chinese Business Network - Private Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Entrepreneurial & Private Business (EPB) - General Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career within PwC Private will provide the...

Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 19 days ago

MS in Tax a+ 5-10 years overall public accounting and corporate tax experience Excellent communication skills and strong systems/Excel Salary: $125-135k+ Excellent incentives and work culture Job Style...

Sales & Use Tax Analyst

  • East Aurora, NY (14 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • East Aurora, NY (14 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Our client is seeking a Tax Analyst to join their team. As a Tax Analyst, you will be part of the Finance Department supporting the Tax Compliance and Reporting team. The ideal candidate will have...

Sales AND USE TAX Manager

  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 22 days ago

You will also be responsible for the maintenance of Vertex Tax Decision Maker and provide guidance on tax implications of projects to business personnel....

Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 23 days ago

If you have any other questions or wish to discuss any other Public Accounting positions, reach out to Whitney Coles with Gpac at ......

Audit/Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 27 days ago

We're Novogradac & Company LLP, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco....

Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

CPA designation or progress toward CPA is preferred. 5 years of relevant tax experience (public accounting or corporate tax environment). Strong understanding of tax concepts and U.S....

Experienced Tax Professional

  • Hamburg, NY (11 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (11 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ 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....

Block Advisor Tax Advisor

  • Williamsville, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Williamsville, NY (8 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 30+ 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 Senior Manager - Global Information Reporting

  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (3 miles from Cheektowaga, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Account (CPA), Enrolled Agent or Active Member of the Bar What Sets You Apart Degree in Accounting, Accounting & Finance, Taxation, Management Information Systems & Accounting preferred Providing guidance...

Demographic Data for Cheektowaga, NY

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Cheektowaga, NY

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Cheektowaga, NY 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 Cheektowaga, NY
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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