Tax Specialist Jobs in Chester, PA

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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International Tax Associate

  • Wayne, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

You'll work closely with our tax and finance teams, plus outside advisors, to keep all our tax compliance and planning efforts aligned....

Tax Manager, Federal Compliance and Provision

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The Federal Tax Manager will be an integral part in supporting the US Domestic income tax provision and compliance function. This role will sit within the Tax Operations group but will also...

Tax Associate

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Associate Gpac Wilmington, California, United States 1 day ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Associate to their team. This...

Payroll Tax Advisor, HR Operations - Hybrid

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Review, document, improve the tax compliance work effort to achieve greater efficiencies in the tax filing process Manage our outsourced vendor with various tax accounts to ensure tax payment, compliance...

Tax Analyst - Indirect Tax Research and Support

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Conduct in-depth tax research to resolve complex tax-related queries and provide detailed explanations to customers....

Tax Manager - Natl Federal Tax Services - Strategic Partnership Solutions

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

You've earned your stripes as a tax specialist and tapped into the world of cutting-edge tax technology....

Sr. Corporate Income Tax Analyst

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for preparing and maintaining tax books and records in accordance with Federal, State, and Local tax laws, specifically for the annual income tax provision, journal entries, and the annual...

Senior Tax Associate - Financial Services

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

foundation Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work What Work You Will be Responsible For: Responsible for managing and coordinating tax...

Payroll Tax Specialist

  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 7 days ago

About the Role\: We are looking for a Senior-Level Payroll Tax Specialist with deep expertise in all aspects of Payroll Tax Administration & Payroll Processing - someone ready to jump in and contribute...

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

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 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

Tax Manager

  • Radnor, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Drive continuous improvement of end to end tax processes Tax Compliance and Reporting Create monthly and annual tax reports to identify results, trends in taxes Review and approve tax journal entries...

Tax Analyst

  • Radnor, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago

research; draft and review memoranda to support tax return positions and special projects aimed at minimizing tax exposure Apply ASC 740 principles to prepare accurate income tax accruals and related...

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newark, DE (23 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 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

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 8 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...

Corporate Tax Senior Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 9 days ago

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

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Chester, PA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Chester, PA 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 Chester, PA
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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