Tax Specialist Jobs in Kentucky

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 Professional I

  • Covington, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 3 hours 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

  • Taylor Mill, KY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Taylor Mill, KY
  • 16 hours 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

Tax Auditor

  • Covington, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Tax Compliance: Audit business license tax returns and financial records to ensure compliance with City tax ordinances and policies....

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Brandenburg, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Brandenburg, KY
  • 22 hours ago

If you join our team as an Entry-Level Seasonal Tax Preparer, you'll conduct one-on-one tax interviews with clients, start to develop your book of business, and provide exceptional customer service....

Seasonal Tax Preparer in Walmart

  • Brandenburg, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Brandenburg, KY
  • 22 hours ago

As a Seasonal Tax Preparer in Walmart, you will: Work within one of our Walmart kiosk locations Assist clients via one-on-one tax interviews and answer questions from walk-ins Proactively engage with...

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

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day 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...

Tax Manager

  • Florence, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 1 day ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters....

Tax Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

As a Tax Manager at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing our clients' tax matters....

Entry Level Tax Preparer/ WalMart

  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

Taxes are fun (really!) Jackson Hewitt is proud to offer free tax training as well as continuing education for tax preparers across the country....

Tax Manager

  • Fort Mitchell, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mitchell, KY
  • 1 day 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

  • Cumberland, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cumberland, KY
  • 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,...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Greenville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, KY
  • 1 day ago

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

Entry Level Tax Preparer Murray, Ky.

  • Murray, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 1 day ago

If you join our team as an Entry-Level Seasonal Tax Preparer, you'll conduct one-on-one tax interviews with clients, start to develop your book of business, and provide exceptional customer service....

Tax Senior

  • Covington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 2 days ago

Tax Senior Responsibilities: Review and manage tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current tax laws. Provide strategic tax planning and consulting to clients....

Tax Manager

  • Covington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 2 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...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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