Tax Specialist Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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 Senior

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 13 hours ago

The **International Tax Senior Associate** will provide specialized services addressing a wide array of international tax concerns, including and international tax compliance and reporting projects;...

Tax Supervisor

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

research materials available in all media Benefits This is a full-time position....

Tax Manager (Insurance) - Any Location

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The successful candidate will manage the clients tax compliance needs, anticipate tax and business issues, and recognize tax planning opportunities....

Tax Senior Manager - Estate and Trust

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Delegates, manages, and performs tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product. 4....

Tax Senior Manager - International Tax

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Delegates, manages, and performs tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product. 4....

Tax Manager - Partnerships - Washington, D.C. Metro

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago

compliance and planning as well as estate tax compliance and planning are a plus **What you can expect from us:** + Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and...

Tax Manager (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Oversee a team of highly motivated Tax staff Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Meet regularly with business and community contacts to maintain...

Remote Work

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

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Senior Associate: Estate & Administrative Trust (ONESOURCE) - Remote Option KPMG life insurance, 401(k) United States, Virginia, McLean 8350 Broad Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At KPMG,...

Remote Work

Tax Senior Associate, M&A Partnership Transactions Group

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Senior Associate, M&A Partnership Transactions Group KPMG life insurance, 401(k) United States, Virginia, McLean 8350 Broad Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At KPMG, you can become an...

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to corporations and partnerships for a variety of clients from Fortune 100 to emerging businesses Participate with accounting for income...

Remote Work

Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option)

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Manager, Asset Management (Remote Option) KPMG life insurance, 401(k) United States, Virginia, McLean 8350 Broad Street (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a...

Remote Work

Tax Manager, State & Local Income Tax - (Remote Option)

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

research skills KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges....

Remote Work

State Income and Franchise Tax Consultant II - Multistate

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

and the clients and industries/sectors you serve Preferred: Advanced degree such as Masters of Tax or JD and/or LLM Previous Big 4 or large CPA firm experience Experience with state tax planning, tax...

US E - Tax Manager US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Manager US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services Join the worlds leading professional services firm assisting employers in operating payrolls for their workforce. As a Manager...

HYBRID Tax Supervisor

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Typical assignments will include Tax Compliance Research tax issues and filing requirements that affect tax compliance Review tax returns and ensure accuracy and completeness Tax Consulting Research...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Ashburn, VA 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 Ashburn, VA
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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