Tax Specialist Jobs in Virginia Beach, 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 Senior, Core Tax Services

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

Job Summary: The Tax Senior, Core Tax Services is responsible for utilizing research skills, applying tax foundational knowledge to understand potential tax issues, gathering client information...

Experienced Tax Preparer

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

Calling all Experienced Tax Preparers! Join our team for an exciting opportunity that offers flexible schedules. Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to...

Tax Specialist

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

ADP is hiring aFull Level Tax II Specialist. Are you ready to join a company offering career advancement opportunities throughout your career journey? Do you want to join a company with...

Tax Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a Tax Manager to join our exceptional team where everybody counts! This position requires strong technical and communication skills to coordinate with staff, managers...

Tax Senior Manager, SALT - Income Franchise - Remote Option

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 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

Tax Senior & Tax Associate

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Tax Senior A Top CPA firm based out of Virginia Beach, VA is looking to add an Tax Senior and a Tax Associate to their team. CPA is not required, but it is preferred! This stable and growing firm...

Tax Senior

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago

As a Tax Senior at this experienced firm, you'll play a pivotal role in managing our clients' tax-related issues. Your responsibilities will include offering expert tax advice, ensuring adherence...

Tax Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ 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...

Real Estate Tax Manager (Hybrid or Remote)

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

A Top CPA firm in the Norfolk, VA area is looking to add a Real Estate Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise. Due to the...

Remote Work

Experienced Tax Senior Needed

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team! Enjoy...

NEED: Tax Manager - Immediate Opening

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ 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...

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Cherry Bekaert Exempt Organizations Tax Manager in Virginia Beach , Virginia Description Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative...

August 2025 Tax Staff - Virginia Beach

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative and sophisticated advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert...

Tax Manager - Private Client

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

Description & Requirements Forvis Mazars' Private Client tax advisors provide sophisticated tax compliance, consulting, and planning services to individuals, multi-generational families,...

Tax Senior Associate

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

Description & Requirements As a Tax Senior Associate at Forvis Mazars, you value working closely with others to plan and to help successful companies and their owners avoid surprises, coordinate...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, 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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