Tax Specialist Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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, State & Local Tax

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Our client is a public accounting firm.They seek a Tax Manager, State & Local Tax to join their Bethesda, MD office.ResponsibilitiesBuild client relationships and knowledge of their...

Tax Director

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Transaction Tax Senior Associate

  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (18 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a **Great Place to Work**, **Cherry Bekaert** delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax...

Tax Manager

  • Leesburg, VA (6 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Leesburg, VA (6 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 1 day 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...

Tax Senior

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 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!...

Lead Payroll Tax Associate

  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA (9 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 2 days ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Tax Manager, International Indirect Tax Controllership

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Are you passionate about transforming tax management through innovative solutions? Join our dynamic Tax Controllership team at Amazon, where you'll help shape the future of global tax operations...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 3 days ago

This is not your typical Tax Manager role. You will help drive the creation of new and innovative Bloomberg Tax software solutions for the corporate tax industry. You will work directly with the...

Tax Analyst, State Direct Tax Compliance

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Join our innovative tax team where you'll shape the future of state and local tax compliance while working with innovative technology and automation solutions. You'll collaborate with diverse...

Tax Supervisor

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Company Information: Centrus Energy is a trusted supplier of nuclear fuel and services for utilities around the world. We provide value to our utility customers through the reliability and...

Tax Senior

  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • McLean, VA (19 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary Deloitte Tax LLP seeks a Tax Senior in McLean, Virginia. Work You'll Do Resolve state income and franchise tax and state tax controversy. Provide state compliance and consulting...

Senior Manager, Tax

  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (23 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Venture Global LNG ("Venture Global") is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company's Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for...

Tax Staff

  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (21 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 12 days ago

This year we were rated top 100 firms to work for by Inside Public Accounting and Accounting Today. We are always looking for new team members who bring a fresh perspective, technical expertise,...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Tysons Corner, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (15 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Senior Tax Analyst- Come Grow With US! Are you looking to join a fast-growing, employee-centric firm that values professional development and career growth? If so, we encourage you to apply! We...

Tax Senior

  • Vienna, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (17 miles from Ashburn, VA)
  • 15 days ago

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

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Ashburn, VA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Ashburn, VA 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 Ashburn, VA
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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