Tax Specialist Jobs in Raritan, 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 Director

  • Cranford, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Our client is a public accounting firm.They seek a Tax Director to join their Real Estate group in their Cranford, NJ office.ResponsibilitiesPlan and prepare tax returns for closely held...

Tax Manager

  • Iselin, NJ (16 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Iselin, NJ (16 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Tax Manager Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we...

Tax Manager

  • East Brunswick, NJ (14 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (14 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Hybrid - Work Life Balance Prioritized Mid-Sized Firm is currently adding a Tax Manager to their team. This role is Hybrid - with office locations in Edison and Westfield Area to choose from....

Senior Tax Professional

  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for a Balanced Work-Life in Public Accounting? Our client, a mid-sized Public Firm, is in search of a Senior Tax Professional to enhance their team. The successful candidate will...

Sales Tax Specialist

  • East Millstone, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Millstone, NJ (5 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The Sales Tax Specialist will be reporting to the Sr. Credit andSales Tax Manager in the Accounting Department....

Banking & Capital Markets Tax Senior Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Specialty/Competency: Industry Tax Practice Industry/Sector: Banking and Capital Markets Time Type: Full time Travel Requirements: Up to 20% A career in our Financial Services Tax practice, within...

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State and Local Indirect Tax - Property Tax Manager

  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (18 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Senior Tax Analyst - Transaction Tax Compliance

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (8 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (8 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

You will also perform a variety of other activities including data analysis, journal entries, account reconciliations, issue resolution, and more....

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • North Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (12 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • Perth Amboy, NJ (19 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (19 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (13 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

A Well Respected Client Is Seeking A Tax Manager

  • Monroe Township, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (20 miles from Raritan, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Manager A well-respected client is seeking a TAX MANAGER due to the growth in their firm. Are you an experienced individual with a knack for numbers? Then look no further, because we have the...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Raritan, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Raritan, NJ 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 Raritan, 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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