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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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Salary exempt position Are you an experienced tax professional with Real Estate Partnership knowledge? If so and you are tired... ...to offering work/life balance We are seeking a Tax Specialist to join our dynamic team…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
manufacturing-focused finance team in Texas. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings strong cost accounting experience and enjoys improving accuracy,…
$86.9k - $115.9k
Overview Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate…
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a cafe in Addison, Texas in a Contract to Permanent position. This onsite opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping accounting operations organized, accurate,…
$136k - $204k
in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax- Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacati…
JOB REQUISITIONDallas Technology Audit & Advisory Senior ManagerLOCATIONDALLASADDITIONAL LOCATION(S)JOB DESCRIPTIONYou Belong Here The Protiviti Career provides opportunity to learn, inspire, and advance within a collabo…
$101.2k - $129.03k
As the Private Wealth Services Tax Senior Associate, you’ll perform compliance services for complex tax returns and provide income, estate, and gift tax planning strategies for your high net worth, closely held business…
Compensation TypeYearlyHighgate HotelsHighgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanni…
LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage project…
$19.63 - $33.13 per hour
, billing questions, and payment confirmations in a professional and timely manner Prepare, process, and distribute surplus lines tax reports, tax payments, and filing confirmations to clients Communicate and coordinate…
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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
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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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