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Tax Specialist jobs in Raleigh, NC
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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Position Summary The Deloitte Tax LLP’s (Deloitte Tax) Tax Transformation Office (TTO) is pivotal to supporting Deloitte Tax client service delivery by optimizing end-to-end business processes and utilizing technology ac…
become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive network of specialists; enjoy access to…
WHO WE AREElliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundatio…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
WHO WE AREElliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundatio…
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Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax- preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive n…
$100k - $110k
progress (CIP) with accurate cost accumulation and timely capitalization ● Ensure proper accounting treatment for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects, HUD-funded programs, and other real estate financing struc…
Please, apply till 14th September Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Contact: TA Lead Expert, Luis da Silva Indirect Tax Associate Position: The indirect tax associate supports the company's indirect tax compliance and re…
$105k - $145k
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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A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Associate to their team. This stable and growing firm offers its clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is an oppor…
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What tax specialists earn in Raleigh
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$32 | $50k–$67k |
| Mid level | $32–$45 | $67k–$94k |
| Senior | $43–$62 | $89k–$129k |
Adjusted for the Raleigh 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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