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Tax Specialist jobs in Pittsburgh, PA
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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Industry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismOracleManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe OpportunityAs an Oracle Utilities - Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in helping organizations levera…
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look forward to hearing from you! About: The Accounting Specialist supports the firm's day-to-day accounting operations by managing... ...Dependent Care (DCR): Team members can contribute up to $7,500 pre- tax for depend…
challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: Join our tax team as a Tax Analyst III, where you'll have an important role in managing complex tax…
$163.4k - $322.1k
Position Summary The Emerging ERP Solutions practice is all about bringing you the best in cloud-based ERP applications like Workday, Microsoft Dynamics F&O and Infor. We're here to help transform finance and supply-chai…
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The Carmeuse US Finance Tax Team is seeking a highly motivated, seasoned Senior Tax Accountant to join our Tax team. This role is responsible for supporting the company's transactional tax functions, including sales and…
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IN0534 Fishers, NY0705 NY Region Business Office, OH0523 Independence Bus Office, OH0713 NW Bancshares HQ, PA0258 BellevueJob DescriptionThe Technical IT Audit Lead performs specialized auditing tasks related to bank tec…
A&A Experienced Associate– H2R CPA Firm Overview Headquartered in western Pennsylvania for more than 65 years, H2R CPA is a locally owned and managed accounting firm dedicated to providing outstanding value, exceptional…
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Tax Accountant Location: Pittsburgh, PA, 15219 Country: United States Salary: $75000-$85000 Start Date: Description: About the Job Status: Full Time, Salary Reports to: Partners Location: Pittsburgh, PA Work Environment:…
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Audit Manager - Public Accounting A top regional public accounting firm is seeking an Audit Manager to join its growing team. The firm serves a diverse client base across industries including real estate, manufacturing,…
business development activities. * Work within a team and support peer associates. Requirements: * 2 year of experience MINIMUM of Tax, Trust Administration and, Estate Planning. (Internships may count toward this) * Lic…
NOW HIRING: Law Firm Tax Manager (CPA Required) Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid Schedule A growing and highly respected law firm in Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced Tax Manager with law firm tax experience to lead complex cl…
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What tax specialists earn in Pittsburgh
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $23–$32 | $48k–$66k |
| Mid level | $32–$44 | $66k–$92k |
| Senior | $42–$61 | $87k–$126k |
Adjusted for the Pittsburgh 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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