Tax Specialist Jobs in East Amherst, 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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Audit/Tax Senior

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Associate Tax Director - US Federal Compliance and Reporting

  • Tonawanda, NY (9 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (9 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Linde Inc. Associate Tax Director - US Federal Compliance and Reporting Danbury, CT, United States | req23427 What you will enjoy doing* In this role you will report to the Tax Director, Tax...

Tax Manager

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. We are seeking a Tax Manager to support the GHD Americas Region with Canada and/or US tax, and Chile...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Williamsville, NY (4 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY (4 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 5 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

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager The Tax Manager is responsible for all phases of client engagements including management of tax compliance, tax advisory services, and developing and coaching professional staff. The...

Auditor 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (NY HELPS)

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 8 days ago

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Tax Manager Facilities Maintenance

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Role Overview Sodexo is seeking a Tax Manager for our Facilities Maintenance business. This is a remote role You'll play a crucial role in shaping our financial future by: Analyzing the tax...

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Tax Specialist

  • Batavia, NY (24 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Batavia, NY (24 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago

As a member of the Farm Advisory Services team, the Tax Specialist works as part of a team dedicated to improving our customers' financial reporting, providing them with the information they need to...

State and Local Indirect Tax - Property Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism State & Local Tax (SALT) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Amherst, NY (4 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Amherst, NY (4 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Director of Tax, the Senior Tax Analyst will support the Company’s corporate tax planning and compliance cycle, including preparation of tax returns and tax...

Corporate Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 18 days ago

WHY we get up in the morning At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future. WHAT we believe We believe that collaboration is...

Tax Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 21 days ago

A Top CPA firm in the Buffalo, NY area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth...

Sales AND USE TAX Manager

  • Tonawanda, NY (9 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (9 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 23 days ago

A leading global industrial gas and engineering company is looking for a mid-senior level Sales and Use Tax Manager from 125-135k. In this role, you will be joining the Shared Services Tax team in...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (14 miles from East Amherst, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Allient Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Tax Associate to join our team at our Corporate Innovation Center and Headquarters located in Buffalo, New York! Allient Inc. is a global publicly traded...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in East Amherst, NY

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in East Amherst, NY 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 East Amherst, 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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