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Job Title: Tax Manager Job Location: Fully Remote (Must be in EST or CST) Job Salary: $120k - $170k+Requirements: Must have 4-5+ Years of Public Accounting Experience (with a CPA firm), at least 1 Year as a Tax Manager (…
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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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Job ID: R235531Posted: 2026-09-14Location: OH - Cleveland; NY - New YorkSalary: $75,000.00 - $150,000.00Type: Full timeCountry: United States of AmericaCompany: PNCPosition OverviewAt PNC, our people are our greatest dif…
$175.3k - $322.9k
ServiceNow, typically evidenced by advanced ServiceNow certifications (e.g., Certified Application Developer, Certified Implementation Specialist, Certified Technical Architect, Certified Master Architect) and hands-on e…
$100k - $120k
IN0534 Fishers, NY0705 NY Region Business Office, OH0523 Independence Bus Office, OH0713 NW Bancshares HQ, PA0258 BellevueJob DescriptionThe Technical IT Audit Lead performs specialized auditing tasks related to bank tec…
Industry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismFinancial Due DiligenceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe OpportunityAs a Deals - Financial Due Diligence, Senior Associate, you will provide strategic adv…
$141k - $278.3k
Position Summary We are a team of strategic advisors, architects, and implementers who drive business transformations. Our diverse talent energizes clients' business functions and technology to maximize value in Supply C…
become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the worlds top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive network of specialists; enjoy access to ou…
We Are:Accenture’s SAP practice, and we live to see how this can transform the way we live and work. We bring reinvention to life using design thinking, modern delivery methodologies, embedding AI into the way we deliver…
recognition, leases, intangible assets, and financial instruments• Identifying and evaluating business, industry, financial, accounting, and tax risks and opportunities associated with transactions and assessing their po…
$25 per hour
Job Title: Tax Reporting Specialist (Hybrid) Location: Mayfield Village, OH (Hybrid — 2 days in-office, typically Mon/Wed) Duration: 9-Month Contract (Possible Contract-to-Hire based on performance & budget) Schedule: Mo…
$30 per hour
We are seeking an experienced Tax Reporting Specialist III for a hybrid, contract-to-hire opportunity in Mayfield Village, OH. This role is ideal for a seasoned payroll tax professional with extensive, hands-on experienc…
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…
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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
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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