Tax Examiner Jobs

Tax Examiner jobs are open across federal, state, and local government agencies, public accounting firms, and financial services organizations, at levels from entry-level to senior examiner and supervisory roles, with specializations in individual income tax, corporate tax compliance, and audit review. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8+
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerRegions Bank
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Work type75% On-site
Top industryBanking

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Hyundai Capital America
Senior Manager, Dealer Credit Examiner
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Hyundai Capital America
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Senior Manager, Dealer Credit Examiner
Hyundai Capital America
Irvine, California
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
Compliance & Risk
$132k - $205k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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JPMorganChase
Commercial Letters of Credit Documents Examiner
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JPMorganChase
Added 1w ago
Commercial Letters of Credit Documents Examiner
JPMorganChase
Tampa, Florida
Compliance & Legal
Business Operations
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
None

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State of Washington
Company Licensing and Compliance Examiner
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State of Washington
Added 3w ago
Company Licensing and Compliance Examiner
State of Washington
Tumwater, Washington
Compliance & Legal
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$5,666 - $7,622/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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State of Vermont
Insurance Examiner III
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State of Vermont
Added 1mo ago
Insurance Examiner III
State of Vermont
Remote
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Audit
Tax
$39 - $61/hr
Remote (US)
Master's
51-200

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Bank of America
Credit Review Senior Examiner
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Bank of America
Added 1mo ago
Credit Review Senior Examiner
Bank of America
Charlotte, North Carolina
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Audit
Tax
Compliance & Risk
$130k - $161k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Tax Examiner Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Regions Bank
    Regions Bank2
  • American General Life Insurance
    American General Life Insurance1
  • Bank of America
    Bank of America1
  • Hyundai Capital America
    Hyundai Capital America1
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services4
  • Government & Public Sector2
  • Insurance1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax examiner jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • Knowledge of federal or state tax codes and regulations
  • Experience reviewing or auditing individual or business tax returns
  • Proficiency with tax software such as Lacerte, Drake, or CCH
  • Strong analytical and written communication skills for case documentation
  • IRS enrolled agent credential or CPA license preferred for senior roles

Tips for Your Tax Examiner Job Search

Tailor your resume to examination type

Tax examiners work across individual, corporate, estate, and excise tax functions. Specify which return types you've reviewed or audited rather than listing generic tax experience. Hiring managers want to know whether your background matches their caseload before they call you.

Highlight your knowledge of tax codes

References to the Internal Revenue Code, state tax statutes, or specific Treasury regulations carry real weight on a tax examiner resume. Name the code sections you apply regularly. That specificity separates candidates who've done the work from those who've only read about it.

Earn credentials that open more doors

An IRS enrolled agent designation or a CPA license signals credibility for examiner roles beyond entry level. If you're targeting state agency positions, check whether the state has its own licensing or continuing-education requirements and complete them before you apply.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists tax examiner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for technical scenario questions

Interviewers for tax examiner roles frequently ask how you'd handle a discrepancy between reported income and third-party documents, or how you'd explain a proposed adjustment to a taxpayer. Practice walking through a real case step by step before your interview.

Follow up with compliance-specific context

After an interview, your thank-you note should reference a specific technical point from the conversation, such as a code section or audit procedure you discussed. That signals genuine engagement with the work rather than a generic interest in the position.

Tax Examiner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most tax examiners?

The companies hiring the most tax examiners right now include Regions Bank, American General Life Insurance, and Bank of America, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Government agencies at the federal and state level consistently account for a large portion of active openings.

How many tax examiner jobs are remote?

About 25% of tax examiner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with availability varying significantly by employer type and jurisdiction. Roles focused on individual income tax review or document processing tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring in-person taxpayer contact or interagency coordination are more likely to be on-site.

How do you become a tax examiner?

Start by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a closely related field, since most employers require coursework in tax law or financial reporting. Build early experience through internships or entry-level positions at a government agency, accounting firm, or financial services company. Obtaining an IRS enrolled agent designation strengthens your candidacy considerably and is required or strongly preferred for many mid-level examiner positions.

Can you get hired as a tax examiner with little experience?

Yes, many government agencies and accounting firms hire candidates at the entry level and provide on-the-job training in return preparation review and audit procedures. Coursework in federal income tax, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with tax software all help offset limited professional experience. Internships with state revenue departments or public accounting firms are among the fastest ways to build relevant credentials before applying.

What does the tax examiner interview process look like?

Most tax examiner interviews include a structured behavioral round covering how you've handled discrepancies, managed a high caseload, or communicated a technical finding to a non-specialist. Government agency interviews often add a written exercise or scenario question that asks you to identify issues in a sample return. Final-round interviews at larger employers typically involve a panel, with at least one interviewer from a technical compliance or audit function.

Where can I find and apply to tax examiner jobs?

You can find and apply to tax examiner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each one. The openings on the page are updated regularly so you're seeing current opportunities, not stale postings.

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