Explore Tax Analyst Jobs

Tax analysts help organizations understand and meet complex tax requirements. They research tax laws, prepare analyses and reports, support tax filings, and identify ways to improve compliance and tax processes. Explore vetted Tax Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Tax Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include preparing federal, state, local, or international tax calculations; researching regulatory changes; reconciling tax accounts; supporting audits; and coordinating with finance, accounting, legal, and external tax advisors. Senior analysts may also help improve reporting systems, assess tax implications of business decisions, and guide projects or junior colleagues.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related field, along with experience in tax research, financial analysis, and reporting. Familiarity with applicable tax regulations and tools such as spreadsheets, enterprise resource planning platforms, and tax software can be valuable. Attention to detail, sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to explain complex rules are also important. A CPA, Enrolled Agent, or other relevant credential may be preferred for some positions.

Tax Analyst Career Paths

Tax analysts work across public accounting, corporate finance departments, financial services, consulting, technology, and other industries. With experience, professionals may advance to senior tax analyst, tax manager, tax director, or broader finance leadership roles. Specializing in areas such as corporate tax, indirect tax, international tax, or tax technology can help shape a career path.

Find Tax Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Search Tax Analyst openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by employer, location, specialization, and experience level, then review each listing for its requirements and compensation details.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by mentoring tax staff, managing client engagements, and ensuring accuracy in tax returns. Collaborate with a dynamic team while enhancing client relationships and driving tax savi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$94K - $141K *

Champion tax compliance and advisory services, guiding clients through complex challenges while mentoring staff and enhancing team capabilities. Drive business growth and foster meaningful client rela...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $139K *

Champion growth by delivering tax and advisory services to small businesses. Collaborate with leadership, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships while driving efficiency and compliance in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Corporate Tax function, ensuring compliance and accuracy in Canadian and foreign tax matters. Collaborate with teams on tax provisions, audits, and planning while driving improvements in proc...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of tax compliance by leveraging your expertise in multi-state sales and use tax. Collaborate across departments to enhance operations, drive efficiency, and tackle complex challenges...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading complex tax engagements, mentoring staff, and enhancing client relationships. Drive process improvements while managing diverse tax projects in a collaborative environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of tax strategy by leading complex engagements, mentoring staff, and enhancing processes within a collaborative environment, ensuring exceptional client service and operational effici...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic tax planning and advisory solutions for diverse clients. Manage client relationships, oversee tax plans, and mentor staff while ensuring compliance and timely delivery of services. Driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Tax team to enhance your expertise in federal and state tax compliance, tax provision, and international tax processes while collaborating with cross-functional t...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join a dynamic Tax team to manage federal and state tax compliance, enhance your expertise in tax provision, and collaborate with stakeholders on international tax processes for career growth and deve...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Lead tax compliance, planning, and consulting for closely held businesses. Serve as a trusted client advisor, manage engagements, mentor staff, and drive practice growth through proactive tax strategy...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic tax team to refine tax strategies, drive innovation, and enhance compliance across multiple business entities. Collaborate with business leaders, mentor talent, and leverage technology...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining tax operations by leveraging your expertise in federal taxation, collaboration, and analytical skills to ensure compliance, support audits, and drive process improvements...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic finance team to oversee multi-state sales tax compliance and assist treasury operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Work directly with leadership while engaging broadly in financ...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Elevate your career by driving corporate income tax compliance and accounting. Leverage your expertise in state and local tax matters to streamline operations, enhance processes, and collaborate acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $125K *

Pioneer tax compliance and accounting excellence by leveraging your expertise in state and local income tax. Collaborate across teams to streamline operations, enhance processes, and ensure compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing tax operations and compliance. Leverage your expertise in state and local income tax to drive process improvements, collaborate across departments, and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Transform client engagements by leading tax compliance and advisory services. Oversee complex tax return preparation, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance client relationships through exceptional...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional tax solutions. As a Tax Supervisor, you'll lead engagements, mentor staff, and apply your expertise to navigate complex tax issues while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional tax solutions by managing a diverse client portfolio, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate across departments to enhance service delivery and drive continuo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional tax solutions. Leverage your expertise to manage a diverse client portfolio, tackle complex tax issues, and foster professional growth through me...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Champion innovative tax solutions while managing a diverse client portfolio. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex issues, enhance service delivery, and foster team growth through mentorship in a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional tax solutions. Leverage your expertise to manage a diverse client portfolio, tackle complex issues, and foster professional growth through mentor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in tax engagements by planning, executing, and managing client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive efficiency and quality in tax...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee tax engagements, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff. Utilize your expertise in tax planning and compliance while contributing to various consulting pro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Tax Analyst do?question toggle

    A Tax Analyst researches tax rules and supports tax calculations, reporting, compliance, account reconciliation, and audit requests. The exact responsibilities depend on the employer and the analyst’s specialty.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Tax Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a degree or relevant experience in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related area. Tax research, analytical skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with tax or financial software are often useful. Some roles prefer credentials such as a CPA or Enrolled Agent designation.

  • Where do Tax Analysts work?question toggle

    Tax Analysts work in corporate tax and finance teams, public accounting firms, consulting, financial services, and many other industries. Their work may focus on domestic, international, corporate, or indirect taxes.

  • What career advancement opportunities are available to Tax Analysts?question toggle

    With experience, Tax Analysts may move into senior analyst, tax manager, tax director, or finance leadership positions. Developing expertise in a tax specialty or tax technology can support advancement.

  • Are Tax Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more available on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including Tax Analyst roles when available. Check current listings for salary, location, and qualification details.