Tax Specialist Jobs in Hawaii

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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Recruiting for this role ends on 12/15/24 Work you'll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor - the "go-to" tax professional...

Tax Associate

  • Aiea, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Aiea, HI
  • 1 day 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

  • Waimea, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 2 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

Full Time Tax Consultant (LLM) (Summer/Fall 2025, Winter 2026)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary Full-Time Tax Consultant (LLM) At Deloitte Tax, you will use your valuable education and degree in law to help clients analyze the tax effect of complex decisions, reduce overall tax...

Exempt Organizations Tax Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 6 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...

Tax Professional I

  • Waimea, HI
  • 8 days ago
  • Waimea, HI
  • 8 days ago

Joining H&R Block as a seasonal, experienced Tax Professional means you'll serve clients with diverse tax needs with the support of an expert team, dedicated to providing you with advanced tax training...

Seasonal Tax Preparer (Weekends Only!)

  • Aiea, HI
  • 11 days ago
  • Aiea, HI
  • 11 days ago

Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level....

Exempt Organizations Tax Senior Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 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...

Block Advisors Tax Advisor

  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 14 days ago
  • Kailua Kona, HI
  • 14 days ago

Build year-round client relationships Provide tax preparation, tax audit support and tax planning year-round Create confidence in our clients by conducing tax interviews face to face and through virtual...

Tax Senior - Hilo

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago

Working knowledge of Ultra Tax, Lacerte, Drake, or other professional tax software. Knowledge of QuickBooks, AccPac, Intacct or other accounting/bookkeeping software....

Tax Manager - Hilo

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 14 days ago

Advanced knowledge of Ultra Tax, Lacerte, Drake, or other professional tax software. Knowledge of QuickBooks, AccPac, Intacct or other accounting/bookkeeping software....

Senior International Tax Manager

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 16 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 16 days ago

Intangible Income (FDII), Base Erosion Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT), E&P tax pools, and Foreign Tax Credits (FTC) Manage U.S. international federal tax compliance, provision, and planning and assist with...

Remote Work

Tax Senior (C-Corp/ASC 740) - Any Location

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 18 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 18 days ago

As a Tax Senior, you will: Review and prepare federal and multi-state tax returns; experience with C-Corps and ASC 740 tax provisions highly desirable Research fundamental tax issues using online tools...

Delivery Tax Manager- Global Employer Services, HNW

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 21 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 21 days ago

The Team At Deloitte Tax LLP, our Global Employer Services tax professionals assist our international clients in managing employer and individual income tax obligations for their mobile employees working...

Tax Senior- Global Employer Services, Executive Compensation

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 21 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 21 days ago

Learn more about Deloitte Tax Global Employer Services....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Hawaii

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Hawaii offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
5.4%
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 Hawaii
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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