Tax Specialist Jobs in Halfmoon, 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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Senior Tax Analyst

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

accounting Tax provision and compliance experience in corporate tax Preferred Qualifications Broad understanding and experience with corporate or partnership federal and state income tax CPA or CPA...

State and Local Tax Staff - Income/Franchise

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

What you bring to the role: 1+ years federal/state business income tax preparation experience in public accounting with a desire to move into a consulting role Bachelor's degree in accounting....

Financial Services-Wealth and Asset Management - Tax Senior Manager-EDGE client aligned

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Anywhere in country. At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

US Seasonal Tax-Financial Services Organization-Private Tax- Manager

  • Troy, NY (12 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Troy, NY (12 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Remote Work

Public Accounting Tax Senior

  • Schenectady, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 4 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 Senior

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 9 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

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 9 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...

Payroll Tax Specialist

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description The Payroll Tax Specialist will manage end-to-end US payroll processing with a focus on tax filing and compliance....

Remote Work

Indirect Tax Manager, EMEA

  • Amsterdam, NY (19 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (19 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people's lives with our high-quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all - a beautiful life that respects...

Tax Professional - Franchise Location

  • Greenwich, NY (22 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Greenwich, NY (22 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 18 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...

Experienced Customer Oriented Tax Preparer

  • Rensselaer, NY (16 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (16 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Location: Rensselaer, US-NY Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Experienced Customer Oriented Tax Preparer Benefits: * Bonus based on performance * Competitive salary * Employee discounts *...

Chinese Business Network - Private Tax Manager

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 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...

Korean Business Network - Private Tax Manager

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 19 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...

Experienced Tax Professional

  • Niskayuna, NY (4 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Niskayuna, NY (4 miles from Halfmoon, 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

  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albany, NY (7 miles from Halfmoon, 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....

Demographic Data for Halfmoon, NY

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Halfmoon, NY

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Halfmoon, 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 Halfmoon, 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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