Tax Specialist
Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
At a Glance
Tax Specialist earns an average of $56,250/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3.2–5 years. Top skills: Tax Returns, Auditing, Sales.
$56,250/yr
High school or GED
3.2–5 years
25
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Tax Preparers
Median Wage
$50,560/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.5%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Tax Returns
Auditing
Income Tax
Accounting
Tax Planning
Marketing
Tax Laws
Finance
Public Accounting
Tax Consulting
State Taxes
Tax Research
ASC 740 (Accounting For Income Taxes)
Business To Business
Bookkeeping
Common Skills (13)
Sales
Customer Service
Mentorship
Research
Communication
Teamwork
Management
Planning
Consulting
Organizational Skills
Problem Solving
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Certifications (2)
Enrolled Agent (EA)
Certified Public Accountant
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