Tax Analyst Jobs in Columbus, OH

A Tax Analyst in the finance industry is responsible for helping businesses and individuals adhere to tax regulations by understanding complex tax laws, conducting thorough tax research, and preparing tax returns. They analyze tax data to forecast tax liabilities, assist in tax planning and strategies to minimize tax obligations, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Their work is crucial in preventing tax-related errors and avoiding potential penalties. They also support audits by providing necessary tax reports and documentation.

A Tax Analyst should have a strong background in accounting or finance and should also possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of tax software and databases, as well as proficiency in MS Office, is important. They should also have good knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and time management skills. Regarding qualifications, many employers require a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Holding a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is a plus. Prior positions that may lead to a role as a Tax Analyst include Tax Associate, Junior Tax Accountant, or Financial Analyst.

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Southeast Healthcare

Revenue Cycle Manager

The Revenue Cycle Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire revenue cycle process within our organization. This role ensures the efficient and accurate billing and coding of patient...

Unemployment Tax Specialist

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

The Tax Specialist works with the Manager, Employer Tax Services, to administer client unemployment accounts ensuring accurate tax rate assignment by the states....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

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Income Tax Specialist

  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the general supervision of the Income Tax Administrator, this position: receives, audits, and records income tax returns and payments; researches accounts; prepares reports...

Tax Analyst Senior - Tax Analyst Principal (Non-Income)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 days ago

**What We're Looking For:** Tax Analyst Senior: _Education:_ + Bachelor's degree....

Senior Content Management Analyst- Tax QA

  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago

The Senior Tax Analyst must be versed in tax law, capable of providing clarification and interpretation to the software development team when needed, as well as conducting tax research using various...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities We are looking for a Senior Tax Analyst to join our team!...

US Tax Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

Worker Type: Employee About this opportunity: Cenovus is seeking a Tax Analyst to join our team in Dublin, Ohio....

Senior Tax Analyst - Transfer Pricing & Tax Planning

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary The Senior Tax Analyst - Transfer Pricing & Tax Planning will play a critical role in managing the company's transfer pricing policies and ensuring compliance with international tax...

Senior Tax Associate- Individual Tax Services

  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: Are you a talented tax professional that specializes in US individual tax services? Would your ideal job have no typical tax busy season?...

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Indirect Tax Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago

Kimball Midwest, a national distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation products, is searching for an Indirect Tax Analyst for our Columbus, OH location....

Responsibilities: Leverage a diverse array of skill sets to provide international companies and their mobile workforce with individual income tax compliance, payroll, process, policy and advisory services...

Tax Accountant

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 17 days ago

This role involves partnering with other teams in the Controllership and Finance departments, including Treasury, Tax, and FP&A....

Sales and Use Tax Analyst

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 18 days ago

Sales and Use Tax Analyst to join our dynamic finance team....

Tax Professional - Utility Industry

  • Columbus, OH
  • 23 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 23 days ago

Ensure compliance with excise, VAT, gas tax, final goods and services tax, and customs tax requirements. Conduct in-depth research on complex tax issues and new legislation....

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Salary for Tax Analyst Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

Tax Analysts in Columbus, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
36.6%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Analysts in Columbus, OH
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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