Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington

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 - Flow-through Practice

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 hours ago

research databases and tax compliance process software preferred Language: N/A Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Solid verbal and written communication skills Able to follow instructions as directed...

Tax Senior

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 hours ago

Regal Executive Search Visit us at: Location: 1000 Second Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA 98104, US Job Number: 2261 Job Description We are seeking a Tax Senior to work on a variety of tax returns...

Tax Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities : Conduct in-depth tax research and deliver timely responses supported by authoritative tax code citations and/or systems-based analysis....

Tax Advisor - CPA or EA

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join Intuit as a Tax Advisor for the upcoming tax season! We are looking for professionals with an active PTIN and unrestricted credentials (CPA/EA/Practicing Attorney). If you're ready...

Tax Manager

  • Pasco, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 2 days ago

A strong understanding of U.S. tax compliance and advisory requirements for corporate entities and high-net-worth individuals....

Tax Associate

  • Edmonds, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 2 days ago

Location: Edmonds, WA Work Arrangement: In-office or Hybrid Typical Day in the Life A typical day as a Tax Associate might include the following: Prepares individual, business, and other types of...

Specialized Tax Services - Research & Development Tax - Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism General Tax Consulting Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Tax Manager, Global Tax Services

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

compliance, audit and tech partners....

Experienced Tax Professional

  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sedro Woolley, WA
  • 3 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....

Block Advisor Tax Advisor

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 3 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....

You can gain exposure to multiple industries and work alongside professionals with various backgrounds, including Ph.D. economists, business professionals and tax specialists....

Tax Manager

  • Yakima, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 4 days ago

As a vital part of our organization, you will have the opportunity to: Oversee and manage a team of highly motivated staff accountants Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

General Summary And Purpose The Senior Tax Analyst is a key member of the finance department and will work closely with various finance team members and other functions of the organization...

International Senior Tax Manager, AWS Tax

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Amazon is seeking an International Senior Tax Manager to focus on U.S. international direct tax planning and documentation for both new initiatives as well as on-going business...

International Accounting and Tax Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 5 days ago

Tax Compliance & Planning Direct global tax compliance (corporate business tax, VAT/GST, etc.)....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Washington 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 Washington
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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