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strong and growing. We are looking to add then newest member of our Team Family. We are a full service Public Accounting firm offering Tax, Audit, and Accounting services. We see a high number of High-profile HNWI/UHNWIs…
Finance & Accounting · Omaha, NE
Tax Specialist jobs in Omaha, NE
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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equipment, material, subcontract, construction labor, expenses, and indirect costs such as quality, administrative, engineering and taxes Manages bids and provides guidance in project planning and pre-construction phases…
Job Title: Senior Accountant Department/Division: Finance Reports To: Accounting Manager Location: Clive, IA or Omaha, NE Job Summary: The Senior Accountant is responsible for supporting the month-end close process, main…
For over 115-years, Epsen Hillmer has been an Omaha-based, family-owned, and operated company creating custom labels for beverage, health/beauty, and household products throughout the country. The average longevity of ou…
$69.4k - $104.1k
Requisition Details GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO Statement: UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Locati…
Position Summary The Estimator / Preconstruction Manager is responsible for analyzing project plans, specifications, and other documentation to develop accurate cost estimates and budgets for construction projects. This…
Accountant will support accurate sales reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close. Manage receivables and collections, prepare tax filings, and support audits. Maintain fixed assets, account for leases, and review t…
$20 - $40 per hour
Job Description Job Description Lead Tax Preparer Location: Omaha, NE Pay: $20 – $40 per hour (depending on experience) Schedule: Full-time; flexible; increased hours during Tax Season Work Location: In-Person Join ATAX…
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Gpac has partnered with top CPA firms across the United States and Canada that are looking for top talent to add to their team on a permanent-full-time basis! We are seeking Audit Managers with a path to Partnership to a…
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looking to add an Audit Associate to their growing team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is an opportunity for an Audit Ass…
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their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm. Firm currently is operating at a ratio of 60% Tax, 30% write up's, & 10% Audit work. Tax Associate Responsibilities: Organizing a…
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What tax specialists earn in Omaha
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$30 | $46k–$63k |
| Mid level | $30–$42 | $63k–$87k |
| Senior | $40–$58 | $83k–$120k |
Adjusted for the Omaha 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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