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Tax Specialist jobs in Cleveland, OH
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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entering and processing vendor invoices as needed. Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports. Assist the Tax department with monthly tax filings, audit requests, and supporting documentation. Sc…
Commercial Real Estate Accountant Commercial Real Estate, Cleveland, Ohio Join a Growing Team Where Your Work Makes an Impact At Hanna Commercial Real Estate , we're committed to providing exceptional property management…
Senior Tax Planning Specialist Hantz Group is a Michigan-based financial company that works with individuals and businesses to help them achieve their financial goals. We are a Family Office that manages over $11B+ of as…
Civil Estimator - Heavy Civil / Infrastructure Location: Ohio A well-established heavy civil contractor in Ohio is seeking an experienced Civil Estimator to support preconstruction and bidding efforts for infrastructure…
$110k - $155k
Bridge Estimator Cleveland, OH | Heavy Civil / Infrastructure We are partnering with a well-established heavy civil contractor headquartered in Northeast Ohio that is looking to add a high-level Bridge Estimator to their…
$60k - $125k
This company specializes in civil, heavy highway, and municipal projects , with an average bid range of $750K-$1M , and has recently secured a $13M project . They are open to hiring at either the Senior Estimator or Juni…
$110k - $130k
Project Lead, HVAC Construction Manager, Senior Estimator, Mechanical Piping Project Manager, Estimating and Project Management Specialist. Ready to Elevate Your HVAC Career? If you are ready to take your HVAC, piping, a…
$95k - $135k
Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to prepare cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects such as roads, bridges, and utilities. The estimator will review project plans, gather pricing,…
$95k - $140k
Electrical Estimator Gpac is a national executive search firm specializing in recruitment for the electrical construction industry. We have been retained by a local electrical contractor in the area to find an Electrical…
Our client is a recognized Facade organization with a proven track record of success. If you are a dynamic Estimator with strong glass and glazing or facade estimating experience, and a passion for success, We are very i…
$110k - $160k
An established CPA firm is looking to add a Tax Manager to their 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 opportunity fo…
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What tax specialists earn in Cleveland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$30 | $46k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$42 | $63k–$87k |
| Senior | $40–$58 | $83k–$120k |
Adjusted for the Cleveland 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
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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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