Tax Specialist Jobs in Missouri

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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Senior Analyst, Tax - Indirect Tax (Sales Tax Operations)

  • Cassville, MO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cassville, MO
  • 18 hours ago

... What you'll do... Senior Analyst, Tax - Indirect Tax (Sales Tax Operations) Location: Bentonville, AR Are you an experienced tax professional looking for a dynamic, challenging role that...

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 Manager - Immediate Opening

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Due to recent growth, a reputable Public Accounting firm in the Ann Arbor and Okemos area is looking to add a Tax Manager (or Senior Tax Manager DOE) to their team immediately! This is an in...

Tax Manager

  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago

A reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Manager to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent...

Tax Senior

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Due to recent growth, a reputable Public Accounting firm in the area is looking to add an experienced and motivated Tax Senior to their team. This is an amazing opportunity for someone passionate...

Tax Senior

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

TAX SENIOR IN ST LOUIS Date Posted: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 ? Job Snapshot Employee Type: Permanent Location: Missouri, St Louis Date Posted: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Job Description Tax Senior- Gpac...

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Manager, Tax

  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 3 days ago

Manager, Tax page is loaded Manager, Tax locations St. Charles, MO time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR100443 JOB SUMMARY As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible...

Tax Senior

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary Deloitte Tax LLP seeks a Tax Senior in St. Louis, MO. Work You'll Do Assist companies with federal, state and local, and international tax structures and align the tax function...

Tax Senior Associate, National Office (Tax Controversy)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

Tax Manager, National Office (Tax Controversy)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

Senior Manager, Tax Indirect Tax (Audit and Controversy)

  • Anderson, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Anderson, MO
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Walmart, the Fortune 1, is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our Indirect Tax team as a Senior Manager, Tax - Indirect Tax ( Audit...

Audit and Tax Associate Fall 2026

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 4 days ago

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory,...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Highly reputable Public Accounting Firm looking to add Senior Tax Manager to growing team!! Are you an experienced tax professional looking for the next step in your career? This well-established...

Corporate Tax Manager

  • MO
  • 5 days ago
  • MO
  • 5 days ago

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

Corporate Tax Senior Manager

  • MO
  • 5 days ago
  • MO
  • 5 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Missouri

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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