Tax Consultant Jobs in Delaware
Tax Consultant jobs in Delaware are in steady demand, concentrated in corporate tax, financial services compliance, and trust and estate planning across Wilmington, Dover, and Newark. Delaware's status as a leading corporate domicile means large legal, financial, and accounting firms continuously recruit at every level from staff associate to senior manager. Well-established employers such as DuPont, JPMorgan Chase, and Deloitte maintain significant Delaware operations and regularly post tax consultant openings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This is your opportunity to grow with hands-on experience, structured training, and mentorship. Make a difference for clients and the firm from day one.
As a Cost Basis Analyst in our Brokerage Operations team, you play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of cost basis reporting for our clients. You will analyze financial data, support process automation, and help maintain compliance with evolving regulations. We work together to deliver exceptional service, foster a culture of learning, and drive operational excellence. Your curiosity, drive, and collaborative spirit will help us continuously improve and innovate.
Job responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret financial and transactional data related to cost basis and tax lots
- Build and maintain reports and dashboards to monitor data accuracy, timeliness, and exceptions
- Identify trends and discrepancies, document findings, and recommend remediation steps
- Execute standardized workflows and procedures for cost basis processing and reconciliations
- Perform daily controls, manage exceptions, and resolve breaks with clear audit trails
- Track and report on key performance indicators and service level agreements
- Apply cost basis regulations, tax rules, and industry standards to ensure compliance
- Support accurate adjustments for corporate actions such as stock splits, mergers, and dividends
- Contribute to automation initiatives by drafting queries, building workflows, and assisting with testing
- Perform reconciliations between systems, investigate and resolve discrepancies, and implement preventive actions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate analytical insights and process changes
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including functions, lookups, and pivot tables
- Ability to learn data analytics and automation tools such as Alteryx and SQL
- Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated controls mindset
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under deadlines
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and intellectual curiosity
- Drive to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Experience with financial data analysis, corporate actions, or cost basis concepts through coursework, projects, or internships.
- Exposure to tax lot accounting systems or exception management processes and experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
- Basic scripting skills, such as Python or VBA, to support automation and process improvement and participation in knowledge sharing or training initiatives
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and experience drafting business requirements or test cases for process automation
- Preferred experience supporting more than one CCB Operations Function/Line of Business
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This is your opportunity to grow with hands-on experience, structured training, and mentorship. Make a difference for clients and the firm from day one.
As a Cost Basis Analyst in our Brokerage Operations team, you play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of cost basis reporting for our clients. You will analyze financial data, support process automation, and help maintain compliance with evolving regulations. We work together to deliver exceptional service, foster a culture of learning, and drive operational excellence. Your curiosity, drive, and collaborative spirit will help us continuously improve and innovate.
Job responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret financial and transactional data related to cost basis and tax lots
- Build and maintain reports and dashboards to monitor data accuracy, timeliness, and exceptions
- Identify trends and discrepancies, document findings, and recommend remediation steps
- Execute standardized workflows and procedures for cost basis processing and reconciliations
- Perform daily controls, manage exceptions, and resolve breaks with clear audit trails
- Track and report on key performance indicators and service level agreements
- Apply cost basis regulations, tax rules, and industry standards to ensure compliance
- Support accurate adjustments for corporate actions such as stock splits, mergers, and dividends
- Contribute to automation initiatives by drafting queries, building workflows, and assisting with testing
- Perform reconciliations between systems, investigate and resolve discrepancies, and implement preventive actions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate analytical insights and process changes
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Data Analytics, or a related field or equivalent practical experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including functions, lookups, and pivot tables
- Ability to learn data analytics and automation tools such as Alteryx and SQL
- Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated controls mindset
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under deadlines
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and intellectual curiosity
- Drive to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Experience with financial data analysis, corporate actions, or cost basis concepts through coursework, projects, or internships.
- Exposure to tax lot accounting systems or exception management processes and experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
- Basic scripting skills, such as Python or VBA, to support automation and process improvement and participation in knowledge sharing or training initiatives
- Familiarity with data visualization tools and experience drafting business requirements or test cases for process automation
- Preferred experience supporting more than one CCB Operations Function/Line of Business
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
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Where Delaware roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Tax Consultant Job Market in Delaware
A snapshot from current Delaware openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Intuit16
- JPMorganChase3
- KBR2
- Jobot2
- Sc Associates2
Top Industries Hiring
- Fintech18
- Technology & Software17
- Education2
- Staffing & Recruiting2
- Banking & Financial Services2
What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax consultant jobs across Delaware.
- CPA license issued or reciprocally recognized by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in federal and Delaware state corporate tax compliance and reporting
- Experience with tax preparation software such as Thomson Reuters UltraTax or CCH Axcess
- Strong working knowledge of partnership, trust, and pass-through entity taxation
- Ability to manage multiple client engagements and meet quarterly filing deadlines
Tax Consultant Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax consultant in Delaware?
Most tax consultant roles in Delaware require a CPA license, which is issued by the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation after you pass the Uniform CPA Examination and meet the education and experience requirements set by the Delaware State Board of Accountancy. Candidates without a CPA can enter the field with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, though advancement into senior advisory roles typically requires licensure or an Enrolled Agent credential from the IRS.
How much do tax consultants make in Delaware?
Tax consultants in Delaware earn a median of about $51,960 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,910 for the lowest 10% to over $74,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax consultants in Delaware?
Delaware tax consultant roles are posted by Intuit, JPMorganChase, and KBR and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Delaware's deep concentration of Fortune 500 corporate headquarters and major financial institutions means demand comes from both large public accounting firms and in-house corporate tax departments.
Which Delaware cities have the most tax consultant jobs?
Wilmington, Newark, and Middletown have the most tax consultant openings in Delaware. Wilmington drives the largest share because it is home to major banks, legal firms, and corporate registered agents, while Dover's government and regulatory presence supports state tax compliance roles, and Newark benefits from proximity to the University of Delaware and regional accounting firms serving the Wilmington corridor.
Are there remote tax consultant jobs in Delaware?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 20% of tax consultant openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Roles focused on federal corporate returns, research and planning, and advisory services are the most likely to offer fully remote or flexible arrangements.
How can I get hired as a tax consultant in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a staff tax associate role at one of Wilmington's large public accounting firms, where structured training programs bring in new graduates with accounting or finance degrees. Large firms such as KPMG and PwC run formal Delaware-area new-hire programs each fall. Candidates who have worked as bookkeepers, payroll specialists, or accounts payable analysts often make strong lateral moves, and passing the IRS Enrolled Agent exam significantly improves competitiveness before the CPA is in hand.
Where can I find and apply to tax consultant jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to tax consultant jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings in one place. Search the roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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