Tax Specialist Jobs in Rock Island, IL

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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Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (Summer/Fall 2026, Winter 2027)

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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...

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

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 4 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...

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

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 4 days ago

related to tax planning opportunities, and the tax implications of various transactions to the organization Training, mentoring, and supervising new and experienced Tax Consultants and Tax Seniors...

Tax Professional I

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 9 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...

Tax Auditor Trainee

  • Rock Island, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL
  • 10 days ago

Posting Identification Number 45072 Targeted title for this posting is Staff Tax Auditor (ES Tax Auditor I) Why Work for Illinois?...

Remote Tax Professional

  • Wilton, IA (23 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wilton, IA (23 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 12 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

Delivery Tax Manager- Global Employer Services, HNW

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 22 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

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 22 days ago

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

US-E-Tax Manager - Global Employer Services - High Net Worth Tax Manager

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 24 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...

US E - Tax - Senior Manager - Business Tax Services - Private Wealth (BTS Central Region)

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Recruiting for this role ends on June 1, 2025 What youll do As a Tax Senior Manager in our Private Wealth Tax practice, you will perform high-level reviews of tax research of individual, fiduciary,...

US E - Tax - Manager - Business Tax Services - Private Wealth (BTS Central Region)

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Recruiting for this role ends on June 1, 2025 What Youll Do As a Tax Manager in our Private Wealth Tax practice, you will perform high-level reviews of tax research of individual, fiduciary, partnership...

Tax Supervisor

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Key responsibilities may include: Ensuring deadlines are met for tax returns, payments, and financial reporting Performing tax research Assisting managers with tax planning for clients Advising staff...

Tax Manager

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

team to service a multitude of clients The ideal candidate: The tax manager will have a thorough knowledge of tax code and the desire to provide exceptional client service....

Tax Manager ASC740 - Business Tax Service

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Oversee the preparation and reconciliation of current and deferred tax account balances, including realization conclusions and valuation allowance considerations, journal entries and account reconciliations...

US E - Tax - Manager ASC740 - Business Tax Services

  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Davenport, IA (3 miles from Rock Island, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Oversee the preparation and reconciliation of current and deferred tax account balances, including realization conclusions and valuation allowance considerations, journal entries and account reconciliations...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Rock Island, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Rock Island, IL 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 Rock Island, IL
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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