Tax Specialist Jobs in Virginia

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 Analyst

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

to Have CPA, CPA eligible, or Masters equivalent Public Accounting experience (Big 4 a plus) Experience with ONESOURCE Tax Provision (OTP) and ONESOURCE Income Tax (OIT) Software Exhibit flexibility...

US E - Tax - Senior - Indirect Tax - Global Trade Advisory (GTA)

  • McLean, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 4 hours ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

US E- Tax - Manager - SAP - Indirect Tax - Global Trade Services (GTA)

  • Rosslyn, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rosslyn, VA
  • 4 hours ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Tax Senior

  • Bristow, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bristow, VA
  • 8 hours ago

accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients' needs Some travel may be required Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates: An exceptional compensation package will...

Tax Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Duties: Review and sign individual, business, and fiduciary tax returns Handle multi-state filings for corporations, partnerships, and trusts Provide tax projections and consulting Conduct tax research...

Tax Manager - Remote

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago

research, tax projections, tax planning Review staff tax returns Tax Manager Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting CPA Required 5+ years of experience in public accounting Tax Manager Compensation...

Remote Work

Tax Manager - US Compliance and Controversy

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

taxing authorities and outside service providers on tax compliance matters Special projects, as needed Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field 5-7 years in public...

Tax Senior

  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 1 day ago

accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients’ needs Some travel may be required Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates: An exceptional compensation package...

Tax Senior

  • West Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients’ needs Some travel may be required Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates: An exceptional compensation package...

Tax Senior

  • North Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Springfield, VA
  • 1 day ago

accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients’ needs Some travel may be required Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates: An exceptional compensation package...

Tax Senior

  • Tysons Corner, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA
  • 1 day ago

accounting and ability to look at the full picture of clients’ needs Some travel may be required Compensation and Benefit package for Senior Tax Associates: An exceptional compensation package...

Entry Level 2026 Tax Staff DC Metro (47112)

  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago

, trust, gifts, and partnership taxation CPA eligibility preferred Be able to apply basic accounting principles to engagements Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be highly motivated...

Senior Manager, Tax - Private Client

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field 7+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public...

Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (Summer 2026, Winter 2027)

  • McLean, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 3 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Virginia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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