Tax Specialist Jobs in South Houston, TX

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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Advanced Tax Preparer - TX - On Site

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Utilize tax preparation software, preferably Lacerte, though experience with other tax software will be considered....

Entry-Level Tax Preparer

  • Crosby, TX (21 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Crosby, TX (21 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago

Entry-Level Tax Preparer at Jackson Hewitt Entry-Level Tax Preparer at Jackson Hewitt in Crosby, Texas Posted in General Business 6 days ago....

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Crosby, TX (21 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Crosby, TX (21 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 10 hours ago

Leverage your tax expertise, business background, and knowledge of tax laws to propel you to the next level....

Tax Senior

  • Pasadena, TX (2 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, TX (2 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters....

Tax Specialist

  • League City, TX (13 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (13 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and record deposits for pick-up by armored car service for ESC and tax office. Mail current and delinquent tax bills. Research, interpret and understand property tax laws....

Senior Tax Manager

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

federal, state, and local income tax accounting and compliance Proficiency in tax research, audit response preparation, and drafting tax memorandums/documents Solid knowledge of federal and state tax...

TAX Manager

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirement Tax Compliance Tax Returns Leadership Tax Manager Tax Analysis Motor Fuel Tax Compliance Tax Returns Leadership Tax Manager Tax Analysis Motor Fuel...

Tax Manager

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Our ideal candidate is expected to have extensive knowledge in corporate tax return preparation, tax planning and tax research....

R&D Tax Manager

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients....

Tax Manager - Business Tax Services - Passthrough Transactions Group

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days 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...

Tax Senior Manager - Business Tax Services - Passthrough Transactions Group

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days 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...

Tax Senior

  • Sugar Land, TX (24 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (24 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters....

Tax Senior

  • Pearland, TX (8 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (8 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago

As a Tax senior at this firm, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our clients' tax matters....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Prepare and post journal entries related to income taxes. Dive into research and document complex international tax issues, foreign tax regulations, and U.S. GAAP topics....

Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (Summer/Fall 2026, Winter 2027)

  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (10 miles from South Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/15/24 Work you'll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor - the "go-to" tax professional...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in South Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in South Houston, TX 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 South Houston, TX
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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