Tax Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

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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Commercial Property Tax Consultant- Business Personal Property (BPP)

  • Ownwell
  • Austin, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Company Background Ownwell helps property owners reduce the costs of owning real estate. Our proprietary software automatically identifies property owners who are overpaying on real estate...

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Excise Tax-Senior

  • EY
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

This position supports excise tax compliance and advisory projects for clients in a wide variety of industries including Oil & Gas, Transportation, Manufacturing and Retail....

Hybrid

Excise Tax-Manager

  • EY
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

This position supports excise tax compliance and advisory projects for clients in a wide variety of industries including Oil & Gas, Transportation, Manufacturing and Retail....

Hybrid

Commercial Property Tax Consultant

  • Ownwell
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Company Background Ownwell helps property owners reduce the costs of owning real estate. Our proprietary software automatically identifies property owners who are overpaying on real estate...

In Person

Tax Analyst

  • Atlas Energy Solutions Inc.
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Prepare and file sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions Maintain and monitor a comprehensive tax compliance calendar, ensuring all filings are completed accurately...

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Tax Director - Vialto Private

  • Vialto Partners
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded tax professional to help shape a modern, high-touch advisory offering....

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Tax Supervisor

  • Benaiah Consulting Group. LLC
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Hybrid-Remote Role Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 Work Arrangement: Fully Remote (Texas-based) Commitment: Full-Time OUR CLIENT IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE CPA FIRM. This is a progressive, women-owned...

Remote

Tax Senior - Partner Tax Matters

  • Deloitte
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Strong knowledge of federal and state partnership tax compliance, including partner-level income allocations, tax research, and tax planning....

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Sr. Tax Analyst

  • ConvaTec
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 days ago

As a trusted tax professional you will be responsible for managing and supporting a wide range of corporate tax functions with a focus on federal, state direct and indirect tax compliance and tax provision...

Remote

State and Local Tax Senior Associate or Supervisor - Income & Franchise Tax

  • Weaver
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 14 days ago

This team member will provide tax compliance and consulting services specific to state and local taxes, including income and franchise tax....

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Federal Tax Senior Associate, Lead Tax Services

  • Crowe
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago

Tax consulting includes performing tax research and working with clients on tax matters as well as planning and implementing special projects....

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Tax Senior Associate, Asset Management

  • KPMG LLP
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 17 days ago

to provide industry knowledge and experience Build and manage client relationships Manage teams of tax professionals and assistants working on client projects Advise clients and be accountable for...

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Tax Manager

  • GPAC
  • Creedmoor, TX (11 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Creedmoor, TX (11 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Ability to work effectively in a team and lead a team of tax professionals. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail....

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Senior Tax Advisor Relocation Package Available

  • Platform Accounting Group
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago

Due to continuing growth, we are seeking a Senior Tax Advisor to join our team. In addition to the traditional roll-up your sleeves tax preparation and client advisory, the role requires a strong...

Hybrid

Tax Associate

  • Staff Financial Group
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago

. - Make adjusting journal entries and complete trial balances to support business tax return preparation. - Perform accounting and bookkeeping functions as needed....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.6%
Associate's Degree
7.1%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.3%
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 Austin, TX
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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