Tax Expert Jobs
Tax Expert jobs are open across public accounting firms, corporations, financial services, and government agencies, from entry-level associate to senior principal and director, with specializations in federal tax compliance, international tax, and state and local tax. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Overview
Responsibilities:
- This is a virtual, customer-facing role; you will be using our state of the art video communications software (Smartlook) to interact with customers.
- Help TurboTax customers who are working on their tax returns or have delegated their tax returns with:
- Tax advice
- Full Service return preparation and signature
- Product/software inquires
- Tax calculations
- Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence using deep customer empathy, and your deep (extensive) knowledge and expertise in the field of tax preparation.
- Utilize and leverage government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to seek out and deliver the right answer to the customer using everyday language.
- Apply defined practices, procedures, and company policies to troubleshoot and resolve customer tax advice and preparation inquiries.
- Document customer interactions
- Work continuously toward meeting company KPI metrics and Big Bet Goals.
- Participate in pilot testing, projects, and experience validations, as needed.
- Must be willing and able to complete all required training and development as determined by the business including, but not limited to, compliance trainings, proficiency-based up-skilling, cross-training of other products or offerings, and professional development. Training requirements are subject to change based on business needs and the company reserves the right to introduce additional requirements at any time
Qualifications:
- Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney with strong tax preparation experience and extensive knowledge of tax laws.
- 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for at least 30 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- Must possess or be able to obtain any related State licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
- Must possess an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
- Must be willing and available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Working knowledge of Circular 230.
- Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
- Strong customer service skills – ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools in a professional, friendly, and confident manner.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking, problem solving, research skills, and determination.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Must have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets Intuit Security criteria.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills (written & spoken) a plus
- Must reside in the United States.
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is
Bay Area California $28.74 - $36.72
Overview
Responsibilities:
- This is a virtual, customer-facing role; you will be using our state of the art video communications software (Smartlook) to interact with customers.
- Help TurboTax customers who are working on their tax returns or have delegated their tax returns with:
- Tax advice
- Full Service return preparation and signature
- Product/software inquires
- Tax calculations
- Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence using deep customer empathy, and your deep (extensive) knowledge and expertise in the field of tax preparation.
- Utilize and leverage government websites, professional resources, and team expertise to seek out and deliver the right answer to the customer using everyday language.
- Apply defined practices, procedures, and company policies to troubleshoot and resolve customer tax advice and preparation inquiries.
- Document customer interactions
- Work continuously toward meeting company KPI metrics and Big Bet Goals.
- Participate in pilot testing, projects, and experience validations, as needed.
- Must be willing and able to complete all required training and development as determined by the business including, but not limited to, compliance trainings, proficiency-based up-skilling, cross-training of other products or offerings, and professional development. Training requirements are subject to change based on business needs and the company reserves the right to introduce additional requirements at any time
Qualifications:
- Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney with strong tax preparation experience and extensive knowledge of tax laws.
- 2 or more years of recent experience preparing federal and state individual 1040 tax returns for at least 30 clients/customers per season for compensation, using commercial tax preparation software.
- Must possess or be able to obtain any related State licenses, certificates, permits, or bonds.
- Must possess an active Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).
- Must be willing and available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Working knowledge of Circular 230.
- Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software.
- Strong customer service skills – ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools in a professional, friendly, and confident manner.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking, problem solving, research skills, and determination.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Must have (or be willing to obtain) a dedicated hardwired internet connection that meets Intuit Security criteria.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills (written & spoken) a plus
- Must reside in the United States.
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is
Bay Area California $28.74 - $36.72
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax expert jobs.
- CPA, Enrolled Agent, or JD credential required or strongly preferred
- Proficiency in tax software such as CCH Axcess, UltraTax, or Thomson Reuters OneSource
- Experience with federal and state income tax compliance and reporting
- Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting for corporate roles
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Familiarity with tax research tools such as Bloomberg Tax or Checkpoint
Tips for Your Tax Expert Job Search
Quantify your compliance outcomes on your resume
Tax Expert resumes stand out when they show what your work delivered. Replace vague descriptions with specifics like tax return volume you managed, audit adjustments you resolved, or efficiency improvements you drove in a compliance workflow.
List your active credentials and software proficiency
Hiring managers scan for CPA, EA, or JD credentials and tools like Thomson Reuters UltraTax, CCH Axcess, or OneSource. Put certifications near the top of your resume and name every tax platform you've used in a dedicated skills section.
Target openings that match your tax specialization
Federal compliance, transfer pricing, international tax, and SALT are different disciplines with different hiring pools. Filter your job search by specialty so you're not applying to roles that require expertise you don't have or that underuse what you do.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tax expert openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical case in your interview
Many tax expert interviews include a scenario-based exercise, such as identifying a misclassified deduction or explaining a provision calculation. Review current-year code changes and practice walking through your reasoning out loud before your interview.
Negotiate your offer with total compensation in mind
Tax roles often include continuing education reimbursement, CPA exam support, and licensing fee coverage alongside base pay. Factor those into your evaluation and ask directly about them during the offer stage rather than assuming they're included.
Tax Expert Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tax experts?
The companies hiring the most tax experts right now include Intuit, YBMG, and turing, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is highest at large public accounting firms and multinational corporations with complex compliance needs.
How many tax expert jobs are remote?
About 4% of tax expert openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible professional disciplines. Roles focused on individual or small business tax preparation and federal compliance research tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions requiring in-person client management or on-site audit support are more office-based.
How do you become a tax expert?
Becoming a tax expert starts with a degree in accounting or a closely related field, followed by earning a credential such as a CPA license or Enrolled Agent designation, which requires passing a multi-part examination and meeting experience requirements. From there, building depth in a specific area like corporate tax, international tax, or SALT through hands-on compliance work and ongoing continuing education is how most professionals develop recognized expertise.
Can you get hired as a tax expert with little experience?
Entry-level tax roles exist and are a realistic starting point if you have a relevant degree, have passed parts of the CPA or EA exam, and can demonstrate hands-on exposure through internships, seasonal tax prep work, or coursework in federal or state taxation. Highlighting proficiency in tax software and showing you understand the mechanics of a real return, even from academic projects, helps you compete against candidates with limited professional experience.
What does the tax expert interview process look like?
Most tax expert interviews begin with a recruiter or HR screen focused on credentials, experience level, and role fit, followed by one or two rounds with a hiring manager or team lead that include behavioral questions and technical scenarios. Corporate and public accounting roles often add a written or case-based exercise testing your ability to research a tax issue, identify an error, or explain a provision calculation clearly and accurately.
Where can I find and apply to tax expert jobs?
You can find and apply to tax expert jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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