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Accountant – Milwaukee, WI (Onsite) Vaco is partnering with our client in Milwaukee to hire an Accountant who will play a key role in core accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on general ledger, lease accounting…
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Tax Specialist jobs in Milwaukee, WI
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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rated locally owned accounting and client advisory services firm here in the greater Milwaukee, WI area in search for an additional Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager (based on experience and needs) This locally based CPA…
regulators, and other external stakeholders. Oversee the preparation, review, and coordination of annual federal, state, and local tax filings, including partnership and corporate tax returns, Schedule K-1 reporting, and…
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celebrate each other’s successes. Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies. Crafted Highlights: In the role of Sr. Tax Analyst working in Milwaukee, WI you will be part of the tax department which values moti…
Operose Advisors Investment Accountant Operose delivers customized financial solutions to meet the investment advisory, family office, tax and alternative investment needs of our clients. We assess our clients’ current f…
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Project Accountant is responsible for project billing, job costing, construction accounting, accounts receivable support, sales and use tax reporting, financial reconciliations, and project financial analysis. This posit…
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oriented * Working knowledge of accounting and auditing principles * Experience with QuickBooks, Microsoft Word and Excel, ProSystem fx Tax Job Type : Full-time Pay :$100,000-130,000 Benefits : 401(k), Dental Insurance,…
and assisting in audit preparations. Daily tasks include processing accounts payable and receivable, managing invoices, and handling tax filings. The role also requires collaborating with other departments to provide fin…
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What tax specialists earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $23–$31 | $48k–$65k |
| Mid level | $31–$43 | $65k–$90k |
| Senior | $41–$60 | $86k–$124k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee 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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