Tax Specialist Jobs in Paterson, NJ

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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Junior Tax Accountant

  • Secaucus, NJ (10 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (10 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Ensure the tax calendar is accurate and up to date. Assist with tax notices. Assist with preparation of federal 1120's and state income and franchise tax returns....

Senior Tax Associate - Financial Services

  • Iselin, NJ (24 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Iselin, NJ (24 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

compliance and advisory work for clients Review Federal, Multi-National, Multi-State Partnership tax returns Research and consult on technical matters and special projects Actively participate in business...

Junior Tax Accountant

  • Secaucus, NJ (10 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ (10 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Ensure the tax calendar is accurate and up to date. Assist with tax notices. Assist with preparation of federal 1120's and state income and franchise tax returns....

Senior Income Tax Analyst

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Finally, this position would be responsible for tax research, maintenance and tracking of income tax notices and special tax projects supporting Group Tax as assigned....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Hoboken, NJ (13 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (13 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Assist with the US Tax compliance and provision process and other governance matters for RBC and affiliated companies doing business in the US. What will you do?...

Specialist - Tax Operations

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

treatment; Preparing or reviewing all aspects of federal and state income tax compliance applying tax concepts and knowledge of entities, including state combination, allocation and apportionment,...

Tax Associate

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

in both tax and accounting....

Tax Associate

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Steptoe LLP seeks an associate to join its Tax and Private Client practice in the firm's New York or Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of Tax experience....

Senior Tax Professional

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

work products for high-net-worth client base* Bachelor's and/or Master's degree Enrolled Agent certification preferred 5+ years of related tax experience Strong tax accounting/tax compliance skills...

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Transactional Tax Associate - Investment Funds Group (Multi Office)

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

tax experience dealing with fund formation, Section 892 investors, real estate, investment fund secondary transactions, regulated investment companies, income tax treaties, and cross border transactions.Direct...

Tax Associate II I Real Estate

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Functions and Primary Duties Complete all aspects of accounting, tax and audit engagements for clients Execute solid understanding of accounting and auditing principles, general tax regulation...

Tax Consultant II, Transfer Pricing

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities will include: Working with Ph.D. economists, tax attorneys, business professionals, and tax specialists in a team environment to analyze and resolve international transfer pricing issues...

Tax Consultant II, Insurance Tax

  • Jersey City, NJ (13 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (13 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

insurance or casualties' industry Previous Big 4 or large CPA firm experience Previous experience with corporate tax preparation, tax compliance, or tax controversy The wage range for this role takes...

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Mount Vernon, NY (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Location: Mount Vernon, US-NY Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Entry Level Tax Preparer Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax codes...

Tax Specialist

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

As a Tax Specialist, you will work on US tax compliance for partnerships, including tax estimates and distributions, indirect taxes, tax research, and various planning projects....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Paterson, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Paterson, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
36.6%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
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 Specialists in Paterson, NJ
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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