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Tax Specialist jobs in St. Louis, MO
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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: If you are a Business Professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in St. Louis, MO you will be responsible for the performance of Emerson's Freight Audit and Paym…
assigned financial statements and reporting schedules, performs financial analysis, assists with treasury activities, and supports audits, tax compliance, and process improvement initiatives. The Senior Accountant works…
integrated into all we do. For over 55 years, SFW has proudly served St. Louis by providing our clients full-service advisory, accounting, tax, and audit services. Our purpose is to serve and support people – achieving m…
integrated into all we do. For over 55 years, SFW has proudly served St. Louis by providing our clients full-service advisory, accounting, tax, and audit services. Our purpose is to serve and support people – achieving m…
integrated into all we do. For over 55 years, SFW has proudly served St. Louis by providing our clients full-service advisory, accounting, tax, and audit services. Our purpose is to serve and support people – achieving m…
services and clients, you'll work on projects that matter as part of the Honkamp team. A Typical Day in the Life: As a senior tax associate, you will prepare and review tax returns for a diverse client base. Responsibili…
$84.5k - $168.5k
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Defined Contribution (DC) team at Mercer, a Marsh business. This role will be based in our Central zone. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least t…
Description: About Us At Larson Financial Group, we are committed to helping our clients build a secure financial future. Our team delivers comprehensive wealth management services with a personalized touch, and we’re lo…
$80k - $120k
Internal Audit Manager (Community Bank) Are you an experienced audit professional who enjoys strengthening controls, improving processes, and partnering with leadership to manage risk? A well-capitalized, community-focus…
$85k - $125k
experience drafting core estate planning documents and advising clients on wealth transfer strategies. Experience with gift and estate tax planning is strongly preferred , though the firm is open to candidates who bring…
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What tax specialists earn in St. Louis
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 St. Louis 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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