Tax Specialist Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Income Tax Manager (Hybrid)

Our client is a global leader in industrial solutions, offering a collaborative and dynamic work environment where innovation and expertise drive success. We are searching for a key person to join...

Director, Tax

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that...

WGL - Tax Specialist, Indirect Tax

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 10 hours ago

The Tax Specialist will prepare and reconcile monthly accrual journal entries for all utility, non-utility, gross receipts, property, franchise, excise taxes....

Tax Manager

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Manager

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Managers Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their...

Tax Senior

  • Capitol Heights, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (7 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Tax Senior

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Tax Senior

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Tax Senior

  • Davidsonville, MD (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Davidsonville, MD (20 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Gpac houses a team of professional Recruiters who specialize in the Public Accounting industry! The reputable clients we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team!...

Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's...

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Manager, Tax Operations

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Basic information Job Name: Manager, Tax Operations Location: Washington, DC Line of Business: Finance Job Function: Investor Services Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Position Summary The Tax...

Lead Payroll Tax Associate

  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Tax Manager, International Indirect Tax Controllership

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Are you passionate about transforming tax management through innovative solutions? Join our dynamic Tax Controllership team at Amazon, where you'll help shape the future of global tax operations...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

This is not your typical Tax Manager role. You will help drive the creation of new and innovative Bloomberg Tax software solutions for the corporate tax industry. You will work directly with the...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
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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