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Tax Specialist jobs in Albuquerque, NM
Tax specialists prepare returns and plan around tax law for individuals or businesses. They track changing regulations, find legitimate savings, and keep filings accurate and on time.
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$22–$58/hr
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financial reports, including statutory filings and information, for the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance. Works with external tax accountants to prepare tax work papers and assists with tax requests and filings.…
About The Role As a seasonal Tax Associate at H&R Block, you’ll begin a career in tax and client services—no prior tax experience required. With training and support from day one, you’ll work directly with clients to gat…
Job Description At Chase, we are passionate about creating memorable experiences for our clients and employees, making them feel welcomed, valued, and understood. We build lasting relationships by doing the right thing,…
$41.71k - $50k
drive to deliver a personal customer experience. Basic knowledge of specialized sales and business banking solutions to refer to specialists. Passionate commitment to helping customers. Drive to deliver a personal custom…
$100k - $140k
Commercial Estimator We are seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator to join our client's team! This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in diverse commercial projects. The right candidate will have a p…
$70k - $100k
If you are a proven and experienced Senior Audit Associate looking to contribute your expertise to a Top CPA firm, an exceptional opportunity awaits! This respected and expanding CPA firm is seeking an Senior Auditor who…
Estimator - Commercial Construction An award-winning Albuqueque area commercial General Contractor is seeking an Estimator to be part of their dynamic team. The ideal candidate is innovative, highly motivated, and forwar…
$90k - $120k
Well known CPA firm looking to expand their audit department and are urgently looking to hire an Audit Senior/Manager. Must have external audit experience. Must have experience in governmental auditing. Summary Of Respon…
$95k - $120k
Gpac has established partnerships with top CPA firms nationwide seeking exceptional talent for permanent full-time positions! We are currently recruiting Audit Managers to support various engagements including for-profit…
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What tax specialists earn in Albuquerque
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$30 | $46k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$42 | $63k–$88k |
| Senior | $40–$58 | $84k–$121k |
Adjusted for the Albuquerque market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Federal and state tax lawTax return preparationTax researchTax software (UltraTax, Lacerte)Tax planning strategiesIRS correspondenceExcelDeadline managementClient communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What types of returns have you prepared, and at what volume?
Be specific: individual, partnership, S corp, or multi-state, and roughly how many per season. Complexity handled matters more than raw count.
How do you stay current with tax law changes?
Name real habits — IRS updates, CPE, firm alerts, or research platforms like Checkpoint — and one recent change you applied in practice.
Walk me through how you research an unfamiliar tax question.
Show the hierarchy: code and regulations first, then rulings and guidance, then documenting the position and its support before advising.
Tell me about a tax-saving opportunity you found for a client or employer.
Describe how you spotted it, the rules that made it legitimate, and the dollar amount saved. Keep the tone factual rather than clever.
How do you handle an IRS notice or examination?
Explain reading the notice carefully, gathering documentation, responding within deadlines, and keeping the client calm and informed throughout.
How do you manage the workload of filing season?
Talk about early document collection, workflow tracking, and triage by deadline and complexity, plus knowing when to extend rather than rush.
What do you do if you discover an error on a previously filed return?
Show integrity and process: quantify the impact, advise on amending, and follow the correction rules rather than hoping it goes unnoticed.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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List return types and volumes per season, including multi-state or consolidated work, since firms match on complexity.
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Quantify savings you identified for clients or the company, even as a range.
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Name your software precisely — UltraTax, Lacerte, ProSystem fx, OneSource — because it shortens onboarding.
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State credentials clearly: CPA, EA, or exam progress, each of which changes what work you can sign.
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Include IRS representation or notice-resolution experience; it distinguishes preparers from advisors.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Tax Preparer
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Tax Specialist
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Senior Tax Specialist
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Tax Manager
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Tax Director
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