Tax Specialist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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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Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

* Corporate discount program * Tax preparation training * Continuing tax education * And More!...

Tax Analyst - Excise & Compliance - Regulated Products

  • Bensenville, IL (19 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (19 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Excise Tax Oversight Manage all excise tax compliance responsibilities across jurisdictions. Ensure proper treatment of tax-exempt and taxable sales....

Part-Time Tax Specialist

  • Round Lake, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Part-Time Tax Specialist Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Want a part-time job while getting your college degree?...

Analyst - Tax Technology

  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

tax technology strategy to automate, streamline, and standardize global tax compliance. + Follow established document retention procedures to facilitate audits. + Miscellaneous technology related responsibilities...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Build year-round client relationships Provide tax preparation, tax audit support and tax planning year-round Create confidence in our clients by conducing tax interviews face to face and through virtual...

Tax Analyst

  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Northlake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Investigate and resolve indirect tax notices. Manage property tax compliance with external service providers. Coordinate with external service provider to complete US sales/use tax compliance....

Seasonal Tax Preparer Walmart

  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 19 days ago

As a Seasonal Tax Preparer in Walmart, you will: * Work within one of our Walmart kiosk locations * Assist clients via one-on-one tax interviews and answer questions from walk-ins * Proactively engage...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago

multiyear, multistate, and year-end tax forms....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 27 days ago

The responsibilities for the role are as follows: Prepares or reviews complex tax returns and supporting workpapers, estimated tax payments and various other tax compliance....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 27 days ago

Job Description: Pasquesi Sheppard LLC is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to Prepare Individual, Trust, Estate and Gift, and Entity Tax Returns; Provide tax consulting on clients short term and long-term...

Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 28 days ago

In this role you will be responsible for: Prepares tax returns and supporting workpapers, estimated tax payments and various other tax compliance....

Tax Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Your profile: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2+ year of previous tax analyst experience in a corporate tax setting, public accounting or a combination Graduate degree...

Tax Dept Supervisor and/or Tax Specialist

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: 3+ years Income tax preparation experience Fundamental knowledge of accounting and tax....

Senior Tax Associate

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting Masters degree in Taxation preferred Recent experience working in a public accounting firm 2-5 years' experience years of federal tax consulting and/or...

Senior Analyst, Tax

  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Preferred: Big Four public accounting or Fortune 500 corporate tax experience preferred. Large corporate multinational tax experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
36.4%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
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 Specialists in Lake Forest, IL
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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