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competitive salaries and benefits. Remote work options are available.Requirements* CPA completed or in progress * 7+ years of Public Accounting Audit experience * Some tax experience would be a plus * Superior communicat…
Finance & Accounting · New York, NY
Tax Specialist jobs in New York, NY
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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DescriptionA Kforce client is seeking to hire a Vice President Financial Controller in New York City, New York (NY).Summary:As a Vice President Financial Controller, you will partner with the leaders of this company and…
$89.25k - $150.25k
Job ID: 26014447Posted: 2026-09-28Location: New York, NY, United States; Phoenix, AZ, United StatesSalary: $89250 - $150250 annually + bonus + benefitsJob Function: Internal AuditSchedule: Full timeShift: DayWorkplace: H…
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Position: Senior Accountant Location: Sayville, NY Company/Industry: Manufacturer/Welding/Machining/Assembly Services Schedule: Mon-Fri, On-Site Only, 1st Shift Salary: $90,000 - $120,000/yr, depending on experience, wit…
Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000016772Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry Private EquitySelling Points Contribute to impactful tax strategies at a leading investment advisory firm. Enhance your expertise in a hybr…
policies.Manage capital calls, distributions, investment funding, and cash forecasting activities.Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel on technical accounting matters.Drive finance transfor…
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LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.We may use arti…
Job DetailExperience Level ManagerDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)Employment Full TimeWorking Type HybridJob Reference 0000020706Salary Type AnnuallyIndustry BankingSelling Points Lead impactful audits across IT and…
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Who We Are:Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products principally through…
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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it tak…
York. This contract opportunity is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys stepping into fast-moving environments, supporting... ...documentation that supports invoicing and revenue tracking.• Support sales t…
$112.5k - $147.5k
documentation, testing readiness, and identification of control gaps in line with ICFR/SOX expectations.Take ownership of SOX, audit, and tax compliance efforts by maintaining detailed documentation, proactively managing…
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What tax specialists earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $32–$43 | $66k–$90k |
| Mid level | $43–$60 | $90k–$125k |
| Senior | $57–$83 | $119k–$172k |
Adjusted for the New York 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
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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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