Tax Specialist Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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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Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 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....

Estate & Administrative Trust (ONESOURCE), Tax Senior Associate - Remote

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 4 days ago

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive...

Remote Work

Payroll Tax Analyst

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Requisition Id 14829 Overview: We are seeking a Payroll Tax Analyst who will focus on the administration of all payroll tax activities. This position resides in the Payroll group of Payroll and...

Tax Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 20 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...

Tax Senior

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with tax...

Tax Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Description & Requirements As a Tax Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead and develop a team while providing ultra-responsive customer service to our clients. If you have experience with...

Tax Manager

  • Farragut, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farragut, TN
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with...

Tax Senior

  • Farragut, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farragut, TN
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with tax...

Tax Senior

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with tax...

Tax Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Join a dynamic and growing public accounting firm that provides valuable tax expertise to its clients! Due to recent expansion, we have an exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager to become part of...

Tax Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Join a dynamic and growing public accounting firm that provides valuable tax expertise to its clients! Due to recent expansion, we have an exciting opportunity for a Tax Manager to become part of...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Position: Senior Tax Manager A well-established and growing CPA firm is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to join its team of skilled professionals! Our firm offers clients comprehensive tax expertise...

Tax Senior

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Position: Tax Senior As a Tax Senior at our firm, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our clients' tax affairs. Your responsibilities will include providing expert tax counsel,...

Tax Manager

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with...

Tax Manager

  • Norris, TN (18 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norris, TN (18 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters. You will be responsible for providing expert tax advice, ensuring compliance with...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN
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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