Tax Specialist Jobs in Preston, 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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Tax Manager, Worldwide Tax Reporting

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 20 hours 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 (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Our client, a well-established financial services organization in the Seattle area, is seeking an analytical and motivated Senior Tax Analyst to join their dynamic team. With a commitment to...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Title: Tax Senior Manager / Tax Lead Advisor Type: Full-time / Perm / Fully On-site Location: Seattle, WA Base Salary Range: $150k - $175k/annually, depending on experience. Benefits: Benefits...

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

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 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 (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

taxation Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state of practice/primary office if eligible to sit for the...

Tax Senior, Sustainability Credits - National Federal Tax Services

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 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 (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 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...

Tax Senior, Investment Management - Private Wealth (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a leader and strategic thinker with extensive first-hand knowledge across multiple areas of taxation? Do you excel at delivering compliance and consulting services to...

Tax Senior-Federal Tax Svcs-DART (Depreciation Analysis and Reporting Tool)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Team members within NFTS are viewed as tax specialists....

Tax Manager - Business Tax Services - Federal/Corporate Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative federal tax professional who likes solving complex federal tax issues? Do phrases like "accounting for income taxes," "tax advisory," and "tax...

Tax Senior - Investment Management - Private Equity Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Do you have experience serving clients in partnership taxation, leading and mentoring teams, and advising on important tax and business issues?...

Tax Senior - Business Tax Services - Federal/Corporate Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic and creative federal tax professional who likes solving complex federal tax issues across multiple jurisdictions and countries? Do phrases like "accounting for...

Tax Senior - Real Estate Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary Partnerships. Subchapter K. REITS. Consulting for major players. Are you looking for an opportunity to help develop and use the latest tax technologies in the real estate industry...

Tax Manager - Investment Management - Private Equity Tax (West Region Office Locations)

  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (19 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Do you have experience serving clients in partnership taxation, leading and mentoring teams, and advising on important tax and business issues?...

Oracle Cloud Financials Functional Consultant AP/AR & Tax Specialist

  • Bellevue, WA (14 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (14 miles from Preston, WA)
  • 4 days ago

T itle: Oracle Cloud Financials Functional Consultant AP/AR & Tax Specialist Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite) Looking for an experienced Oracle Finance Functional Consultant specializing in AP/AR with...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Preston, WA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Preston, WA 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 Preston, 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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