Tax Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

A Tax Specialist in the finance industry is responsible for guiding businesses and individuals through the complexities of tax regulations, compliance, and planning. Their duties include preparing tax returns, advising on tax related issues, keeping abreast of tax law changes, conducting research on tax-related topics, and developing tax strategies to minimize tax liability and potential risks. They may also handle disputes with tax authorities and represent clients in case of tax audits. A Tax Specialist must possess excellent analytical and numerical skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid knowledge of tax law and procedures.

Prior to becoming a Tax Specialist, a person may have held roles such as a Tax Associate, an Accountant, or a Financial Analyst. Relevant certifications for this role include Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), or Certified Tax Coach (CTC). Additionally, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree in Taxation or a related field is preferred. Continuous professional development is also crucial in this role due to constantly evolving tax laws and regulations.

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Senior Tax Accountant

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 1 day ago

tax, accounting, and auditing matters Senior Tax Accountant Benefits: Competitive salary Bonus during busy season (overtime required) Two weeks of paid vacation, one week of paid personal time, and...

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Manager, Tax Accountant

  • KPMG
  • Stamford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 3 days ago

KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Tax Accounting to join our Partner Tax team....

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Tax Associate

  • GPAC
  • Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago

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Tax Analyst

  • ESAB USA
  • CT
  • 8 days ago
  • CT
  • 8 days ago

The role involves close coordination with regional finance teams, external advisors, and internal stakeholders to support accurate, timely, and well-documented tax compliance support....

Hybrid

Tax Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 8 days ago

accounting or industry tax experience is ideal Ability to review and analyze tax work papers and financial documents Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Effective communication skills...

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Senior Tax Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 days ago

a tr th, tr td tr th Senior Tax Accountant Salary: $90,000 $110,000 + Bonus About the Opportunity We are partnering with a growing, well-established CPA firm that is experiencing significant...

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Pre-Season Tax Professional

  • H&R Block, Inc.
  • East Windsor, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • East Windsor, CT
  • 22 days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

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Tax Professional, Remuneration Tax - US Focus

  • Apollo Global Management
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 23 days ago

Advise on U.S. federal, state, and local employment tax matters, including FICA, FUTA, state unemployment, and local payroll taxes across all Apollo U.S. entities....

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UHNW Tax Specialist, Family Office

  • Point72
  • Stamford, CT
  • 27 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 27 days ago

Beyond compliance, the group leads tax research, planning initiatives, and firmwide projects, collaborating across the organization to address complex tax issues in a dynamic investment environment....

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Tax Accountant (Asset Management)

  • Atlantic Group
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of tax compliance, financial reporting, and proficiency in Excel is required....

Hybrid

Income Tax Preparer

  • Ciaffaglione & Gardner LLC
  • Vernon, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vernon, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Vernon CPA firm is seeking an accounting professional with at least two years of income tax preparation experience to join our team in either a full time or part time permanent capacity....

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Tax Associate, PE/VC

  • Point72
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 30+ days ago

A Career with Point72's Tax team Point72's Tax team sits at the center of a sophisticated global investment platform, overseeing tax compliance and planning across 30+ hedge funds, 75+ private equity...

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M&A Tax Specialist

  • Greg Foss
  • Bristol, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bristol, CT
  • 30+ days ago

. *** Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA designation. *** Ability to assess accuracy of financial statements, existence of significant current contracts and sufficiency of assets when...

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Senior Tax Consultant

  • Booking Holdings
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Booking Holdings (NASDAQ: BKNG) is the world's leading provider of online travel and related services, provided to consumers and local partners in more than 220 countries and territories through...

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Block Advisor Tax Advisor

  • H&R Block
  • Southbury, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Southbury, CT
  • 60+ days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.2%
Master's Degree
36.5%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
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 Specialists in Connecticut
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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