Tax Specialist Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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Seasonal Business Tax Associate

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago

and personal tax returns....

Business Tax Specialist - Work From Home

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

Remote Work

Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required?

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago

and personal tax returns....

Remote Work

Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

Remote Work

Payroll Tax Specialist

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

Line of Business: Human Resources Job Description: Reporting to the Sr Manager, Payroll Tax and Accounting, the Payroll Tax Specialist must be proficient in the timely processing and balancing of tax...

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

* Free tax preparation training and PTIN registration * Free continuing tax education * Enrolled Agent materials and testing reimbursement What you need: * Passion for providing extraordinary customer...

International Tax Associate

  • Wayne, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Certifications: Having your CPA, Certified Tax Advisor (CTA), or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification is a big plus....

Tax Associate

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

and other tax-related matters Filing tax returns on paper or electronically on behalf of clients Staying current on IRS and state and local tax rules and regulations and ensuring full compliance Assisting...

Payroll Tax Advisor, HR Operations - Hybrid

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Review, document, improve the tax compliance work effort to achieve greater efficiencies in the tax filing process Manage our outsourced vendor with various tax accounts to ensure tax payment, compliance...

Tax Analyst - Indirect Tax Research and Support

  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (15 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Conduct in-depth tax research to resolve complex tax-related queries and provide detailed explanations to customers....

M&A Tax Accountant CPA - Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

and Acquisition Risk Management Insurance Underwriting Lawyer Counsel Financing Intellectual Property IP and Brand Licensing Business Liquidations Financial Reorganizations Divestitures Equity Funds Tax...

Tax Accountant

  • Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ (9 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

compliance for large and small organizations, with varying tax law, while ensuring filings are completed accurately and timely Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment...

Senior Corporate Tax Accountant

  • Malvern, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Support tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position. Work closely with internal finance teams to ensure tax compliance and reporting accuracy....

Corporate Income Tax Analyst

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

The Income Tax Senior is responsible for preparing and maintaining tax books and records in accordance with Federal, State, and Local tax laws in support of the income tax provision and tax return filings...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Philadelphia, PA 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 Specialists in Philadelphia, PA
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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