Tax Specialist Jobs in West Springfield, MA

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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Estate & Administrative Trust (ONESOURCE), Tax Senior Associate - Remote

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive...

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Tax Manager

  • Somers, CT (14 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Somers, CT (14 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 13 hours 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...

Senior Tax Associate- Internal Tax Services

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days 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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Tax Manager

  • Whately, MA (21 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Whately, MA (21 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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! Work...

Tax Senior

  • Sunderland, MA (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunderland, MA (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 2 days 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 Associate (Hybrid Remote - CT/MA)

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Location(s) Hartford, Connecticut, Boston, Massachusetts, Concord, New Hampshire, Montpelier, Vermont, Providence, Rhode Island, Trenton, New Jersey, Remote Status Regular Job ID...

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Tax Senior

  • West Springfield, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • West Springfield, MA
  • 4 days 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!...

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State and Local Indirect Tax - Property Tax Manager

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism State & Local Tax (SALT) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Tax Senior/ Reviewer

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Senior/Reviewer Needed in Hartford, CT – Boutique Firm, Big Impact! Looking for more ownership, client variety, and a team that actually values your time? This is it. A fast-growing,...

Tax Managers

  • Wilbraham, MA (10 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilbraham, MA (10 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

A Top CPA firm in your area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to recent growth of the...

Tax Manager

  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (23 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Hartford Needs a Strategic Tax Leader—Is It You? Are you ready to lead tax strategy for a top CPA firm in the heart of Hartford—the bustling center for finance, insurance, and...

Investment Accounting Tax Manager - Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Investment Accounting Tax Manager - Special Projects & StrategicInitiatives Investment Taxes, Corporate TaxDepartmentFull-TimeSpringfield MA, or Boston MAThis is anindividual contributor role.The...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Holyoke, MA (6 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (6 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 11 days ago

When you work at Whittlesey, you join a diverse team that provides today’s business leaders with leading assurance, advisory, tax, and technology services. Whittlesey is proud to announce that we...

Tax Manager

  • Southampton, MA (8 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Southampton, MA (8 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 13 days ago

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! Work...

Tax Senior

  • Russell, MA (11 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Russell, MA (11 miles from West Springfield, MA)
  • 17 days 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!...

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Demographic Data for West Springfield, MA

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in West Springfield, MA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in West Springfield, MA 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 West Springfield, MA
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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