Tax Specialist Jobs in White Plains, NY

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-Mid Level Tax Associate Attorney - Multiple Locations

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 8 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 (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

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

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Mount Vernon, NY (9 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (9 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 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 (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 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)

  • White Plains, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 2 days 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...

Corporate Tax Assistant (NJ) Bilingual Korean, English

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 2 days 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 (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 3 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 (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 3 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...

Tax Analyst, State Direct Tax Compliance

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 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 (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago

services and/or personal tax services....

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

  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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

Tax Accountant

  • Plainview, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (22 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 6 days ago

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES, REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS: 3 to 5+ years of public accounting experience leading multiple engagements CPA preferred/required with diversified tax background Working knowledge...

Entry Level Tax Preparer Immediate Hire

  • Mohegan Lake, NY (19 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mohegan Lake, NY (19 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 6 days ago

the tax codes, rules, and processes....

Tax Professional - Global Transfer Pricing

  • Armonk, NY (7 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Armonk, NY (7 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Utilize: Contract and Legal writing, Tax Controversy and Litigation knowledge, Tax Planning Advisory, Corporate/Cross-border Transactions knowledge....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Paramus, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (17 miles from White Plains, NY)
  • 8 days ago

CPA License (or pursuing) 3 + years of Public accounting tax experience Proficient in Lacerte, Quickbooks, and MS Office Suite, specifically Excel is preferred Excellent verbal and written communication...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in White Plains, NY

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in White Plains, NY 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 White Plains, NY
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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