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Tax Specialist jobs in Houston, 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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We are seeking a highly analytical Revenue Accountant for a contract-to-hire opportunity with a growing organization. This role will be responsible for managing revenue recognition, preparing revenue-related journal entr…
$185k - $225k
TexasacutePermanentLHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established, privately held global organization to identify a Director of Tax. This is a unique leadership opportunity for an experienced tax profess…
$99.75k - $262.5k
presentation of researched conclusions and recommendations of alternative courses of action, and identifying various methods of complying with tax obligations in addition to reviewing and signing expatriate US individual…
$42 - $57 per hour
DescriptionKforce's client in Houston, TX is looking for an Accounting & Financial Analyst to support month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, accrual accounting, financial analysis, and management repo…
annually. Motiva is wholly owned by Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies.Position Overview:The Lead Tax Planning Advisor is responsible for providing strategic tax guidance across…
Job-ID29249876Reference26-25645Actuarial Associate/ (Actuarial Product Implementation Team)this resource MUST be local to a CRBG hub, Jersey City, Houston or Woodland Hills.Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivat…
We are looking for an accomplished State and Local Tax Manager to lead indirect and direct state tax activities for a growing organization in Houston, Texas. This role combines technical tax leadership with cross-functio…
We are searching for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant in the Manufacturing industry, to be based in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial updates to senior man…
We are looking for a Treasury Manager to strengthen treasury services for clients and support business growth in Houston, Texas. This role partners closely with sales, lending, operations, and technology teams to shape c…
integrity of financial information used in internal and external reporting. The position partners closely with Corporate Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Internal Controls, and external auditors to support the company's public com…
A Houston-based investment firm is seeking a Senior Treasury Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This position combines treasury and accounting responsibilities, with a strong focus on cash activity, bank…
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What tax specialists earn in Houston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$32 | $49k–$67k |
| Mid level | $32–$45 | $67k–$93k |
| Senior | $42–$61 | $88k–$127k |
Adjusted for the Houston 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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