Tax Specialist Jobs in Norfolk, 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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Tax Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 12 hours ago

If you have experience with managing tax advisory services, tax compliance, and tax provision to a diversified client base, this is the position for you!...

Manager - Tax Credits & Incentives Advisory

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 days ago

. + Minimum of 5 years experience in federal tax compliance or tax consulting services. + Experience with costing models utilizing excel pivot tables. + Desire to participate in strategic planning initiatives...

Tax Senior

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago

Title:** Tax Senior **Department:** Tax **Location:** Norfolk, VA (On-site) Wall, Einhorn and Chernitzer, P.C. (WEC), is seeking top talent to join our team as a Tax Senior. We are locally based...

Tax Manager (Insurance) - Any Location

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Tax Senior Manager - Virginia Beach, VA

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days 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 mutual...

Block Advisors - Tax Advisor

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 5 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....

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax codes, rules, and processes. We do this with integrity, quality, and consistency. This is...

NEED: Tax Manager - Immediate Opening

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Due to recent growth, a reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team immediately! This is an in office position and an amazing opportunity for someone...

Tax Manager, Core Tax Services

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 13 days ago

research databases and tax compliance process software, preferred Language: N/A Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Superior verbal and written communication skills Ability to effectively delegate...

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

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 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...

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Tax Manager

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 18 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...

Tax Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 18 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...

Tax Senior (C-Corp/ASC 740) - Any Location

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 days ago

**As a Tax Senior, you will:** + Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with C-Corps and ASC 740 tax provisions highly desirable + Research fundamental tax issues using online...

Tax Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 19 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...

Tax Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 20 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, 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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