Tax Specialist Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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 Payroll Tax Analyst

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 9 hours ago

Required* 3 years in a technical role owning payroll tax compliance and related deliverables 2 years leveraging external suppliers and/or vendors for tax support/advocacy Bachelors Degree or equivalent...

State and Local Tax Associate (Fall 2027/Winter 2028)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

Responsibilities: Integrating state and local tax services with existing clients Completing tax planning and research tasks Developing an understanding of state and local tax regulations and accounting...

Seasonal Tax Expert - Local

  • Elm Grove, WI (6 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elm Grove, WI (6 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

tax laws....

Tax Consultant Intern (Accounting) (Summer 2027)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Experienced Tax Professional - Remote

  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (9 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Joining H&R Block as a Remote Tax Professional means youll serve clients with diverse tax needs and youll have the support of an expert team, dedicated to providing you with advanced tax training youll...

Remote Work

Senior Tax Associate

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 5 days ago

, and foreign tax compliance, tax research, and other tax-related projects....

Remote Work

Lead Tax Specialist -Insurance Specialty

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 5 days ago

federal, state and local reporting requirements Desired Characteristics CPA Public accounting experience Knowledge of statutory accounting principles Limited partnership tax accounting experience Experience...

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Tax Reporting Analyst

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago

What youll get: A foundational role that offers real-world experience and mentorship in corporate tax A collaborative team environment that values curiosity and continuous improvement Onsite work that...

Full Time Tax Consultant (LLM) (Summer 2026, Winter 2027)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 6 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Tax Analyst

  • Mukwonago, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI (11 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 7 days ago

No relocation available The Senior Tax Analyst role is responsible for US tax compliance and ASC 740 accounting....

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (LLM) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY27 Hire)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 8 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Sales & Use Tax Analyst

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 9 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience. 1 year sales and use tax experience in Corporate Tax or Public Accounting PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience...

Tax Consultant Intern (Accounting) (Winter 2027)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (Summer 2026, Winter 2027)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 12 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Indirect Tax Analyst (Remote)

  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (15 miles from Waukesha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Primary Objectives Drive monthly Sales Tax compliance operations and contribute to critical Property Tax functions that ensure organizational success Support the preparation of Canadian GST/HST Tax...

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Waukesha, WI

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Waukesha, WI

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Waukesha, WI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.1%
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 Waukesha, WI
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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