Tax Specialist Jobs in Kingston, WA

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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Indirect Tax Manager

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Conduct sales and use tax research tax rates, taxability, tax exemptions, etc. Drive various special projects as assigned....

Senior Tax Manager

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 hours ago

Porch Group is a leading vertical software and insurance platform and is positioned to be the best partner to help homebuyers move, maintain, and fully protect their homes. We offer differentiated...

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Tax Manager

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

The ideal candidate will also be responsible for managing tax audits, overseeing tax exemption compliance, conducting complex tax research, coordinating with external tax consultants, and driving process...

Domestic/Federal Tax Senior Manager - Partnership Tax

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago

and local tax return review Understanding of partnership and partner tax allocations Knowledge of foreign reporting requirements Experience managing tax compliance for multiple entities Skills in tax...

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U.S. Payroll/Payroll Tax Consultant

  • Everett, WA (19 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Everett, WA (19 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: Spencer Thomas Group (STG) is currently looking to add to our team of consultants under our domestic Payroll Tax practice Responsibilities: Assist client in reviewing tax errors...

Tax Senior Manager - Seattle

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Manager - Seattle Baker Tilly US, LLP - Seattle, WA Posted: 5/7/2025 - Expires: 8/5/2025 Job ID: 288798454 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description...

Tax Manager, Worldwide Tax Reporting

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Amazon is seeking a talented Tax Manager to join its Income Tax Provision and Reporting tax team. The Amazon tax department is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment. This position will...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Strong knowledge of tax compliance, tax provisions, and tax research....

Senior Tax Manager

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to adapt quickly to new software systems like CCH Axcess Tax and BNA Tax Planner, and tax research tools like BNA Portfolios and RIA Checkpoint....

Tax Manager in Edmonds,WA,US

  • Edmonds, WA (7 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edmonds, WA (7 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago

planning and advisory services tailored to client needs Manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines Deliver exceptional client service through strong communication and collaboration Conduct tax...

Tax Preparer

  • Everett, WA (19 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA (19 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Tax Preparer Department/Business Unit: Managed Operations Reports to: Office Supervisor Status: Seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary The Tax Preparer role involves preparing...

US International Senior Tax Analyst, U.S. International Reporting and Compliance

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Amazon is seeking an International Tax Senior Analyst to focus on US international income tax reporting and compliance (including 5471s/8858s, elections, statements, and disclosures etc.), the...

State Income and Franchise - Investment Management Tax Manager - Multistate

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago

research, and corporate tax returns 4+ years' experience providing tax planning services and 2+ years' experience with investment management or partnership taxation Bachelor's degree in accounting,...

Tax Senior, Sustainability Credits - National Federal Tax Services

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary Our Global Investment and Innovation Incentives ("Gi3") practice provides our clients a broad range of government credits and incentives ("C&I") services across more than 150...

Property Tax Senior - Multistate

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Kingston, WA)
  • 6 days ago

We bring together deep tax and industry knowledge, a national network of property tax specialists, and proprietary technology capabilities to help our clients explore new approaches, resourcing models...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Kingston, WA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Kingston, WA 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 Kingston, WA
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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