Tax Specialist Jobs in Akron, OH

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 Director

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

Status Category:Full-TimeExempt/Non-Exempt:ExemptScheduled Hours Per Week:40Job Code:FS215TCCBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations...

Audit/Tax Manager

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

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

Tax Manager

  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Medina, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description We are very excited about our growth opportunities and are seeking highly motivated individuals with a commitment to client service to join our team!...

Tax Senior Manager

  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Marcum LLP is thrilled to announce that we are now part of CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs, a partnership that unites us with one of the nations top accounting and advisory providers. As part of this new...

Payroll and tax preparer

  • Dalton, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dalton, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare journal entries and preparer client financials through accounting software. Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance....

Tax Manager

  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago

Location: Akron or Beachwood, OHWork Arrangement: In-office or HybridTypical Day in the LifeA typical day as a Tax Manager in Akron or Beachwood might include the following:Prepare a high-level...

Sales Tax Supervisor

  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 9 days ago

R10066671 Sales Tax Supervisor (Open) Location: Independence, OH - Rockside Woods Blvd - Management - North BSC How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Sales Tax Supervisor is responsible for...

Tax Senior Associate

  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago

Location: Akron or Beachwood, OHWork Arrangement: In-office, or HybridTypical Day in the LifeA typical day as a Tax Senior Associate in Akron or Beachwood, OH might include the following:Prepare a...

Sales Tax Specialist

  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Independence, OH (24 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 23 days ago

R10065725 Sales Tax Specialist (Open) Location: Independence, OH - Rockside Woods Blvd - Management - North BSC How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?...

Tax Analyst

  • Norton, OH (5 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Norton, OH (5 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 27 days ago

Major Responsibilities, Functions and Work Habits: Support the preparation and filing of federal (domestic and international), state and local, including income, franchise, sales, use, VAT,...

Fund Manager, Tax Credit Syndications

  • Louisville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Louisville, OH (19 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 28 days ago

Location: 127 Public Square - Cleveland, Ohio 44114 ABOUT THE BUSINESS: KeyBank is committed to growing their National Affordable Housing Platform through their Community Development Lending &...

Tax Manager

  • Westfield Center, OH (21 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Westfield Center, OH (21 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 28 days ago

Job Summary: The Tax Accounting Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, managing and driving process improvements and automation of tax processes, and...

Tax Manager

  • Seville, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Seville, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 29 days ago

Ohio Farmers Insurance Company Tax Manager in Seville , Ohio Job Summary: The Tax Accounting Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, managing and driving...

Tax Senior

  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago

A reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Senior to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent...

Tax Manager

  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 45+ days ago

A reputable Public Accounting firm in the 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Akron, OH

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH
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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