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Tax Specialist jobs in Portland, OR
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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$26–$69/hr
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day. A diverse, qualified, and engaged talent base is the key to our success. Summary: Summary This position reports to the Indirect Tax Manager and will be responsible for railcar property tax return preparation. Duties…
$21.42 - $22.07 per hour
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Position Summary We are seeking a Tax and Corporate Accountant to support both the tax and accounting functions across multiple U.S. and Canadian entities. This role is responsible for coordinating tax compliance, resear…
$102k - $140.25k
POWER YOUR GREATNESS PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpos…
$22.88 - $28.6 per hour
quality assurance auditing of pre and post enrollment, billing and reconciliation functions as performed by Membership Accounting specialists of all levels. Track and report on quality trending as it relates to specific…
$155.3k - $213.51k
Power Your Greatness PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpos…
customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpose The finance and accounting specialist will focus on supporting PacifiCorp’s Transmission organization in the preparation…
Position Description Position Title Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist Location MFS Civic Office (with some opportunities for... ...cash review and reconciliation Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and internal…
Controller serves as the primary technical accounting resource for the specialists operating within them, providing guidance on accounting... ...knowledge of GAAP, financial controls, fraud prevention practices, tax regu…
monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement close. Assist in the preparation of external audit requests and annual internal tax package reporting. Prepare and review general ledger account reconciliations with anal…
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What tax specialists earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$36 | $55k–$75k |
| Mid level | $36–$50 | $75k–$105k |
| Senior | $48–$69 | $99k–$143k |
Adjusted for the Portland 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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