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Tax Specialist jobs in Atlanta, GA
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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abgeschlossenes wirtschaftswissenschaftliches Studium * Erfolgreich abgeschlossenes Steuerberaterexamen * Mehrjähreige Berufserfahrung im Bereich Tax oder Gestaltungsberatung * Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Sc…
looking for a firm that is committed to your professional growth and success from the start? Do you have an interest in international tax work and external audit in the real estate area? We are currently seeking a full-t…
Tax Staff Accountant - Atlanta, GA Who: A motivated and detail-oriented early-career tax professional who enjoys client interaction and problem-solving. What: Perform tax compliance, projections, notice responses, and sp…
Tax Accountant The Tax Accountant will focus on sales and use tax compliance for a banking client. This role ensures proper treatment of transactions, prepares returns, supports audits, and provides guidance to optimize…
$19.63 - $33.13 per hour
ReSource Pro Compliance, is looking for an organized, team-oriented Customer Experience Specialist to join our customer service team (surplus lines). Your role... The Surplus Lines Tax & Compliance Specialist provides fr…
Income Tax Accountant To Apply Now - email your resume to ****@*****.*** Who: An early-career tax professional with strong analytical skills and attention to detail who is eager to build a foundation in corporate income…
$75k - $95k
Position overview The position supports the income tax compliance process with respect to all Porsche North American entities; the consolidated 1120, 1065’s and LLC returns. Assist in planning for and analyzing the tax i…
****@*****.*** We are working with a mid-market CPA firm in the Sandy Springs area that is looking to add an experienced Tax Staff Accountant to their team, position details as follows: Must have 2-4 years of public acco…
Tax Associate - Atlanta, GA To Apply Now - email your resume to ****@*****.*** Who: An experienced tax professional with at least 3 years of public accounting experience. What: Prepare and review tax returns for individu…
$60k - $90k
A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Associate to their growing team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is an o…
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What tax specialists earn in Atlanta
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$33 | $51k–$69k |
| Mid level | $33–$47 | $69k–$97k |
| Senior | $44–$64 | $92k–$133k |
Adjusted for the Atlanta 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
For tax specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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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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