Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington

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 Tax Analyst, Tax, Amazon Tax, Indirect Tax Planning

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

. - The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of Indian indirect tax experience with a public accounting firm, major law firm, and/or in industry, preferably a multinational corporation....

Tax Analyst

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to the Controller, the qualified candidate will have 3-5 years of tax filing/accounting, state and local tax research and data analysis experience....

Tax Compliance Analyst II

  • WA
  • 1 day ago
  • WA
  • 1 day ago

.## DescriptionWWC Global, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is seeking a full-time, remote corporate Tax Compliance Analyst II with strong attention to detail....

Tax Analyst, State Direct Tax Compliance

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day 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 Analyst, AWS Tax Planning

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree - Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level - Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate...

Tax Specialist

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 10 days ago

Tax Specialist: The primary purpose of the Tax Specialist is to ensure sales and use taxes relating to sales orders are invoiced and reported in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with domestic...

Federal Tax Associate (Fall 2026/Winter 2027)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago

involvement in developing cutting edge tax ideas that could significantly lessen clients overall effective tax rates Leveraging tax knowledge and understanding of the tax preparation process to bring...

Tax Accountant

  • Renton, WA
  • 11 days ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 11 days ago

Assist with tax audits and manage any related documentation. Research tax issues and keep up to date with changes in tax legislation....

Experienced Tax Associate

  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 13 days ago

You have at least one year of experience in a tax role with a public accounting firm. You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals....

Senior Tax Associate, Enrolled Agent

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Are you interested in joining one of the fastest growing public accounting firms?...

Tax Associate - Ultra-High Net Worth Tax

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago

Location: Seattle, Washington Work Arrangement: In-office/Hybrid A Day in the Life As a Tax Associate in our ultra-high net worth tax practice, you will be responsible for working with individual tax...

Tax Accountant/CPA

  • Spokane, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 15 days ago

Aspen Personnel Service has been hired by a leading firm in public accounting that is dedicated to delivering exceptional financial services to their clients....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • WA
  • 18 days ago
  • WA
  • 18 days ago

Public accounting experience (a plus, but not required). CPA and/or MST (a plus, but not required). Knowledge of emerging tax technologies and automation tools....

International Tax Analyst

  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 days ago

MS in Tax, JD, or CPA preferred. 2 - 3+ years of related international tax experience required. Public accounting and/or multinational corporate experience is preferred....

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

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
36.4%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.4%
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 Washington
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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