Tax Specialist Jobs in Sanford, FL

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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Entry-Level Tax Associate Attorney - Multiple Locations

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 21 hours ago

Provide guidance on federal, state, and local tax credits, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Historic Tax Credits....

Tax Professional I

  • New Smyrna Beach, FL (17 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Smyrna Beach, FL (17 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Conduct tax interviews with clients face to face and through virtual tools - video, phone, chat, email Prepare complete and accurate tax returns Generate business growth, increase client retention,...

Tax Auditor IV - 79001084

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Consult with or assist taxpayers in the proper means of determining tax liability and submitting monthly reports and tax payments....

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Deltona, FL (4 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deltona, FL (4 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Corporate discount program Tax preparation training Continuing tax education And More!...

Tax Manager

  • Oviedo, FL (12 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oviedo, FL (12 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: Research, review, and organize tax documents Maintain tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Oversee, train, and mentor tax professionals Business development...

Tax Associate

  • Mount Dora, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Dora, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Conduct tax interviews with clients face to face and through virtual tools - video, phone, chat, email Prepare complete and accurate tax returns Generate business growth, increase client retention,...

Remote Tax Professional

  • Winter Park, FL (16 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Winter Park, FL (16 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago

CPA or Enrolled Agent certification Experience completing complex tax returns 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping or tax Experience conducting virtual tax interviews that create...

Remote Work

Senior Sales Tax Analyst

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 4 days ago

Other duties that will be performed are related to sales and use tax, business licenses, property tax, income tax, and customer onboarding with regards to taxability as well as reviewing sales tax exemption...

Tax Associate

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Nelson Mullins law firm is looking for a mid-level tax associate to join its Affordable Housing and Tax Credit Team....

Analyst Tax

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 6 days ago

as part of the monthly indirect tax preparation Utilizes multiple state websites to input information and generate tax filings Preparation, self-review and posting of journal entries using Oracle Maintains...

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 7 days ago

As a Tax Manager, you will: Provide clients with tax compliance and consulting services related to protecting their tax-exempt status Prepare and/or review tax returns for exempt organizations and their...

Pre-Season Tax Professional

  • Longwood, FL (9 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Longwood, FL (9 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 9 days ago

audit support & attend audits as needed Further develop tax expertise Mentor and support teammates Your Expertise: High School Diploma or equivalent Experience completing individual returns Tax planning...

SAP Vertex Tax Consultant (16798)

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Implement tax calculation rules for various sales and procurement scenarios. Configure tax rules in Vertex based on material groups. Ensure accurate tax calculations for different material types....

Tax Senior Associate: Financial Services

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 11 days ago

Associate to join our Business Tax Services practice....

Exempt Organizations Tax Senior Manager

  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (20 miles from Sanford, FL)
  • 14 days ago

As a Tax Senior Manager, you will: Provide clients with tax compliance and consulting services related to protecting their tax-exempt status Prepare and/or review tax returns for exempt organizations...

Demographic Data for Sanford, FL

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Sanford, FL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Sanford, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.4%
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 Sanford, FL
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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