Tax Specialist Jobs in Columbus, 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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Senior Tax Filer - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Intuit is seeking Tax Experts for the upcoming tax season. If you have an active PTIN and unrestricted credential (CPA/EA/Practicing Attorney) we would love to connect with you! What You...

Remote Work

Tax Analyst Senior - Tax Analyst Principal (Non-Income)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

. + Conduct and/or supervise tax research and planning related to business activities and identify tax risks. + Work closely with business to understand new product initiatives and advise on the applicability...

Tax Senior Manager, Federal Tax - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to pass-through entities and partnerships for a variety of Asset Management clients Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to...

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Senior Content Management Analyst- Tax QA

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

The Senior Tax Analyst must be versed in tax law, capable of providing clarification and interpretation to the software development team when needed, as well as conducting tax research using various...

Tax Senior Manager - Global Information Reporting

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

compliance solutions Oversee the implementation of compliance strategies for clients What You Must Have Bachelor's Degree 7 years of experience Certified Public Account (CPA), Enrolled Agent or Active...

Tax Director - Global Information Reporting

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Director Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in finance consulting specialise in providing consulting...

Insurance Tax Senior Associate - United States

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Asset & Wealth Management - Tax Senior Associate

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Asset & Wealth Management Tax Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Those in tax compliance at PwC will focus on validating clients' compliance with tax laws and regulations....

Asset & Wealth Management - Renewable Energy Tax Senior Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Industry/Sector Asset and Wealth Management Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Financial Services Tax practice, within...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Record and review monthly transfer pricing documentation and related journal entries. Maintain FIN 48 and other tax reserve computations and documentation....

US Tax Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

The ideal candidate has strong U.S. tax compliance and accounting experience, with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail....

Senior Tax Analyst - Transfer Pricing & Tax Planning

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The Senior Tax Analyst - Transfer Pricing & Tax Planning will play a critical role in managing the company's transfer pricing policies and ensuring compliance with international...

Senior Tax Analyst - Work from Home

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

Overview Intuit is seeking Tax Experts for the upcoming tax season. If you have an active PTIN and unrestricted credential (CPA/EA/Practicing Attorney) we would love to connect with you! What You...

Remote Work

Tax Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Research, review, and organize tax documents Maintain tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Oversee, train, and mentor tax professionals Business development...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, 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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