Tax Specialist Jobs in Aurora, OR

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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Oregon Licensed Tax Preparer

  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Oregon Licensed Tax Preparer Department/Business Unit: Managed Operations Reports to: Office Supervisor Status: Seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary The Tax Preparer role...

Tax Supervisor -Portland, OR - #112381

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 2 days ago

POWER YOUR GREATNESS! PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity,...

Tax Manager US Tax Compliance

  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 4 days ago

A vacancy has arisen for a North American based Tax Manager to join the Amex GBT Tax team to assist with managing the US federal, state income tax and indirect tax compliance....

Tax Auditor 2

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Professional accounting experience must include at least two of the following : cash receipts, cash disbursements, cost accounting, journal entries, operation of a general ledger system and subsidiary...

Sr Tax Manager

  • Lake Oswego, OR (13 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (13 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Tax Manager Job Description We are seeking a tax-focused CPA with a minimum of five years of public accounting experience. This role involves developing a comprehensive understanding of...

International Tax Senior - Bilingual Japanese

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 7 days ago

Conducting basic and complex tax research. Developing and maintaining client relationships. Identifying tax planning and consulting opportunities....

Remote Work

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

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 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...

Remote Work

Manager or Senior Manager, Tax Exempt Organizations

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and/or advisory services to tax-exempt organizations Work as part of a dedicated team of experienced exempt organization professionals Build and manage a portfolio...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Salem, OR (21 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Tax Senior Functions: Oversee a team of highly motivated staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Review staff tax returns Tax Senior Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 9 days ago

Tax Senior Functions: Oversee a team of highly motivated staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Review staff tax returns Tax Senior Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree...

Tax Director - Global Information Reporting

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 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...

Tax Senior Manager - Global Information Reporting

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 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...

Asset & Wealth Management - Tax Senior Associate

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago

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

Asset & Wealth Management Tax Manager

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago

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

Insurance Tax Senior Associate - United States

  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, OR (19 miles from Aurora, OR)
  • 10 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Aurora, OR

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Aurora, OR

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Aurora, OR 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 Aurora, OR
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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