Tax Analyst Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

A Tax Analyst in the finance industry is responsible for helping businesses and individuals adhere to tax regulations by understanding complex tax laws, conducting thorough tax research, and preparing tax returns. They analyze tax data to forecast tax liabilities, assist in tax planning and strategies to minimize tax obligations, and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Their work is crucial in preventing tax-related errors and avoiding potential penalties. They also support audits by providing necessary tax reports and documentation.

A Tax Analyst should have a strong background in accounting or finance and should also possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of tax software and databases, as well as proficiency in MS Office, is important. They should also have good knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and time management skills. Regarding qualifications, many employers require a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Holding a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification is a plus. Prior positions that may lead to a role as a Tax Analyst include Tax Associate, Junior Tax Accountant, or Financial Analyst.

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Junior-Mid Level Tax Associate Attorney - Multiple Locations

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction. 2-3 years of substantive experience in tax law, with a focus on fund formation, partnership taxation, and investment management transactions....

Payroll Tax Analyst

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAYROLL TAX ANALYST: Utilize your tax and accounting knowledge to support projects focused on securing tax credits for customers....

Supervising Senior Tax Analyst

  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

degree in accounting or related field 4+ years of progressive corporate income tax preparation of experience in corporate income tax preparation, preferably within a corporate tax department, professional...

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Mount Vernon, NY (17 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (17 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 Accountant

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Skills Tax return, Accounting, Tax preparation, CCH Prosystem, income tax preparation, Quickbooks, Excel Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field...

Auditor 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (NY HELPS)

  • Kew Gardens, NY (13 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kew Gardens, NY (13 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Trainee 1 (Tax)/Auditor Trainee 2 (Tax) (NY HELPS) Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing Salary Grade18 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Metuchen, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Metuchen, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Keys: - Multi-State 1120 Filing expertise - Partnership and Individual Return understanding - Bachelors Degree - Public Accounting Experience - Ideally CPA or CPA track - Tax Software Savvy Firm offers...

Corporate Tax Assistant (NJ) Bilingual Korean, English

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Corporate Tax Assistant (NJ) We are H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in America....

Junior- to Mid-Level Tax Associate - Boston, New York, or Washington DC

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Qualified candidates must have experience in tax matters related to fund formation, investment management transactions and partnership taxation....

Tax Accountant - Tax - Global Compliance and Reporting - Manager - Multiple Positions - 1600837

  • Hoboken, NJ (2 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (2 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Of the required work experience, must have 4 years of recent tax experience in combination with a professional services firm, a mid-size/regional to large sized/national public accounting firm, or a...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

degree in accounting or a related field Minimum of 2 years of experience in corporate income tax preparation, preferably within a corporate tax department, professional services firm, or regional/national...

Tax Analyst, State Direct Tax Compliance

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Join our innovative tax team where you'll shape the future of state and local tax compliance while working with innovative technology and automation solutions....

Tax Advisor - Business Tax Services - FSO - Manager - Multiple Positions - 1599621

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

services and/or personal tax services....

Tax Associate, Accounting Methods and Credits - Engineering New York Fall 2025

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

KPMG is currently seeking a Tax Associate for our Accounting Methods and Credit Services - Engineering practice in Business Tax Services....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

tax planning opportunities Assist with training and supervision of junior staff Accounting degree CPA or CPA eligible 3-4 years of public accounting tax experience Skills in bookkeeping/write-up and...

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Salary for Tax Analyst Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Tax Analysts in Jersey City, NJ 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 Analysts in Jersey City, 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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