Tax Specialist Jobs in Stony Brook, 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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Tax Manager - Ultra High Net Worth - Investment Fund Executives

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Tax Director - High Net Worth

  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Kforce's client, a well-established CPA firm with offices on Long Island and Florida seeks a Tax Director for their HNW/family office practice. In this high-profile role, you will manage, train...

Tax Manager / Tax Senior

  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Due to rapid growth, Kforce's client, a Long Island based CPA firm which specializes in High Net Worth and family office clients is seeking a Tax Manager and a Tax Senior. The firm offers a very...

Tax Senior

  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (7 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 2 days ago

A Kforce client is seeking to hire a Tax Senior in Hauppauge, New York (NY). Summary:Our client is seeking a Tax Senior to add to their growing tax department. The Tax Senior will report to...

Pre-Season Tax Professional

  • Hicksville, NY (22 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hicksville, NY (22 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 2 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 Director

  • Babylon, NY (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Babylon, NY (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Kforce's client in Babylon, NY, a long standing, well respected Long Island based CPA firm with Nassau and Suffolk County, is seeking and Tax Director. Summary:The Tax Director will be responsible...

Tax Senior - Financial Svcs - Mutual Fund Tax (East Region City Locations)

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Mutual funds-Are you passionate about financial products and understand regulated investment companies, Subchapter M, section 4982 excise calculations, and tax compliance? If this...

Tax Senior-Financial Svcs-Global Infor Reporting (East Region Locations)

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative tax professional who would like to work on international tax regimes contributing to global tax transparency? Would you like to understand...

Property Tax Senior - Multistate

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

We bring together deep tax and industry knowledge, a national network of property tax specialists, and proprietary technology capabilities to help our clients explore new approaches, resourcing models...

State Income and Franchise - Investment Management Tax Manager - Multistate

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

taxation Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the...

Tax Senior - Financial Services-Insurance Tax (East Region City Locations)

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a senior tax professional who wants to specialize in Financial Services and Insurance? Do phrases like "accounting for income taxes," "tax structuring," and "tax...

Tax Senior, Sustainability Credits - National Federal Tax Services

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Our Global Investment and Innovation Incentives ("Gi3") practice provides our clients a broad range of government credits and incentives ("C&I") services across more than 150...

Tax Manager - Financial Services-Insurance Tax (East Region City Locations)

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative tax manager who likes leading teams to solve complex federal tax issues? Do phrases like "accounting for income taxes," "tax restructuring," and...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Syosset, NY (20 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Syosset, NY (20 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Tax Associate LOCATION Syosset, NY No Remote TYPE Direct Hire ID NY85-2741146 POSTED Apr 28, 2025 Position Description: Senior Tax Associate Location: Nassau/Suffolk Border, Long Island...

Tax Senior Associate - Trusts & Estates

  • Woodbury, NY (19 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (19 miles from Stony Brook, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Description & Requirements As a Tax Senior Associate at Forvis Mazars, you value working closely with others to plan and to help successful companies and their owners avoid surprises, coordinate...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Stony Brook, NY

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Stony Brook, 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 Stony Brook, 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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