How much does a Tax Accountant III make in the United States? The average Tax Accountant III salary in the United States is $98,017 as of June 27, 2024, but the range typically falls between $89,402 and $108,174. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Tax Accountant III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Tax Accountant III Salary $81,558 US June 27, 2024
25th Percentile Tax Accountant III Salary $89,402 US June 27, 2024
50th Percentile Tax Accountant III Salary $98,017 US June 27, 2024
75th Percentile Tax Accountant III Salary $108,174 US June 27, 2024
90th Percentile Tax Accountant III Salary $117,421 US June 27, 2024
25% $89,402 10% $81,558 90% $117,421 75% $108,174 $98,017 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Tax Accountant III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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Tax Laws: Tax law is the practice of law that relates to the assessment and payment of taxes.Tax law involves understanding, implementing and defending the payment or non-payment of taxes.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

Customer Service 4.93%
Tax Laws 2.64%
Futures 1.91%
Others 90.52%
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Job Description for Tax Accountant III

Tax Accountant III is responsible for preparing and filing tax returns, statements, and other reports at required intervals. Prepares paperwork for local, state, and federal level returns for submission. Being a Tax Accountant III examines, analyzes, and interprets accounting and financial records to prepare reports and provide recommendations. Determines and calculates tax implications and develops strategies for minimizing liability. Additionally, Tax Accountant III stays current on federal, state, and local tax legislation to ensure compliance. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline. Typically reports to a manager. The Tax Accountant III work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Tax Accountant III typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Tax Accountant III

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Tax Accountant III, the first career path typically starts with a Tax Compliance Analyst IV position, and then Tax Compliance Analysis Supervisor.

The second career path typically starts with an International Tax Senior Specialist position, and then progresses to International Tax Manager.

The third career path typically starts with a Tax Research Manager position, and then progresses to Tax Research Senior Manager.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with a Tax Accountant IV position, and then progresses to Tax Accountant V.

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Tax Accountant III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Tax Accountant III, the highest Tax Accountant III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Tax Accountant III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Tax Accountant III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Tax Accountant III salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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