Tax Specialist Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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 Manager

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Tax Management TIAAs Corporate Tax department is responsible for all tax matters of the TIAA group of companies and is seeking a Tax Manager....

Tax Analyst

  • New York City, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Our core services include tax provision, income tax compliance, international tax, transfer pricing, indirect tax, tax automation, tax training, R&D tax credits and incentives, and tax consulting and...

Tax Analyst (State & Local Tax)

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

and Property Tax Compliance Support: E-file sales & use tax and property tax returns Prepare related tax payment vouchers and check requests and initiate ACH credit payments Prepare returns for filing...

Tax Manager, Advisory & Development

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Americas tax compliance filings and manage on-going tax projects....

Senior Tax Analyst, Tax Research & Content

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Tax Research & Content Analyst The Sr....

Remote Tax Professional

  • Suffern, NY (20 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Suffern, NY (20 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 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

Senior Tax Analyst, US International Tax

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $94,000.00 - $133,000.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary...

Tax Auditor I, Multistate

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Tax Division audits include (but are not limited to) returns for corporate excise, sales/use tax, meals tax, rooms occupancy, personal income and special fuels tax....

SALT - Income and Franchise Tax Manager

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Deliver a full range of State and Local Tax services including tax return preparation and review, tax research, preparation of technical memorandums, drafting client correspondence, and counseling client...

Tax Senior Associate

  • Saddle Brook, NJ (10 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Saddle Brook, NJ (10 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services....

Indirect Tax Manager - Siemens Financial Services

  • Iselin, NJ (21 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ (21 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize tax positions, ensure timely collection of tax credits, and minimize liabilities....

Part-Time Tax Senior Manager, Trust & Estate - Private Client Services (PCS)

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with other tax professionals within the firm to coordinate efforts, share knowledge, and ensure efficient and effective delivery of tax services....

Tax Manager

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

with tax authorities and advisory firms Representing the company with the IRS and managing tax filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission Overseeing tax compliance, including 1099 preparation...

Property Tax Consultant

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (19 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (19 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Foster and maintain open communication and working relationships with team, tax department customers and state and local taxing authorities....

Tax Senior Manager - Business Tax Services - Passthrough Transactions Group

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Fairfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our National Tax Department (NTD) serves high-profile, national and multinational clients, providing a range of domestic and international transactional tax planning services and tax-related advisory...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Fairfield, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Fairfield, NJ 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 Fairfield, NJ
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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