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Tax Specialist jobs in Dallas, TX
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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supervision to a current staff of three accountants/accounting specialists. They are responsible for evaluating Harwood Hospitality and Hotel... ...back-up Coordinate all year-end financial data for audits/ tax return pr…
SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approac…
automation and offshore migration. Payroll Operations • Oversee multi-state payroll processing and compliance. • Ensure timely payroll tax remittance and regulatory compliance. • Partner with HR on employee classificatio…
CareFlite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ambulance service sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Health, JPS Health Network, Methodist Health System, Parkland Health, and Texas Health Resources. CareFlite provides critical medical…
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firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Established in the late 1980s, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering proactive tax, accounting, and advisory services to high net worth individuals, families, and priv…
$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…
Public Tax Staff Accountant To Apply Now - email your resume to ****@*****.*** Who: A motivated and detail-oriented early-career tax professional who enjoys client interaction and problem-solving. What: Perform tax compl…
InGenesis is seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst to work remotely with our corporate office. In this role, you will provide support for company accounts and will be responsible for monitoring and managing client invoi…
Accounting Analyst III We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Analyst to perform accounting tasks in a shared services environment. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate transactions, providing assurance tha…
price allocation, opening balance sheets) * Oversight of large accounting teams (50+ employees) * Consolidations under US GAAP * Tax compliance oversight (federal, state, sales/use tax) Responsibilities * Lead and develo…
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What tax specialists earn in Dallas
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$33 | $50k–$68k |
| Mid level | $33–$46 | $68k–$95k |
| Senior | $43–$62 | $90k–$130k |
National ranges — pay in Dallas typically tracks these.
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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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