Tax Specialist Jobs in Riverton, UT

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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Tax Partner (Remote)

  • Draper, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Draper, UT (5 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 14 days ago

Licensed Tax Partner (CPA or EA required) Location: Remote, USA Are you an experienced tax professional tired of the long hours and rigid structure of traditional firms?...

Remote

Excise Tax-Manager

  • EY
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 hours 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-Senior

  • EY
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 hours 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

Tax Senior Manager - International Tax

  • Eide Bailly LLP
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Utah Work Arrangement: Hybrid Typical Day in the Life A typical day as an International Tax Senior Manager might include the following: Serves clients on a variety of international tax...

Hybrid

Tax Manager - International Tax

  • Eide Bailly LLP
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Utah Work Arrangement: Hybrid Typical Day in the Life A typical day as an International Tax Manager might include the following: Serves clients on a variety of international tax planning...

Hybrid

Tax Associate Join a Growing West Jordan Tax Practice Elevation Tax

  • Elevation Tax
  • West Jordan, UT (9 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Jordan, UT (9 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago

Are you a detail-oriented tax professional looking for meaningful client work, excellent work-life balance, and real growth opportunities without the big-firm pressure?...

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Tax Specialist

  • CBIZ
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Specialist CBIZ - 3.4 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details 22 hours ago Qualifications Customer service Writing skills High school diploma or GED Technical Proficiency Full Job Description CBIZ, Inc....

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Tax Senior - Partner Tax Matters

  • Deloitte
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 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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Tax Manager, Privately Held Business

  • Armanino McKenna Certified Public Accountants & Consultants
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 14 days ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

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Director - Tax Compliance

  • Utah Valley University
  • Orem, UT (17 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Orem, UT (17 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 18 days ago

Utah Valley University offers a unique opportunity for a highly skilled professional to play a strategic leadership role in guiding the institution's tax compliance framework....

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Senior Manager, Tax

  • WesTech Engineering
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 days ago

Income Tax Accounting & ASC 740 Own all income tax accounting under ASC 740, including quarterly and annual provisions. Prepare current and deferred tax calculations and disclosures....

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International Tax Senior Associate

  • Cherry Bekaert
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 19 days ago

compliance projects....

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Tax Senior Associate, Asset Management

  • KPMG
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 25 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 25 days ago

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

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Manager, Tax

  • FORVIS, LLP
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 26 days ago

Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high-performing, collaborative team....

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Tax Manager, Corporate

  • Armanino McKenna Certified Public Accountants & Consultants
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (11 miles from Riverton, UT)
  • 26 days ago

Job Responsibilities Review and prepare corporate tax compliance on behalf of clients....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Riverton, UT

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Riverton, UT 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 Riverton, UT
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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