Senior Tax Specialist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Senior Tax Specialist make in Chicago, IL? The average Senior Tax Specialist salary in Chicago, IL is $102,607 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $93,541 and $113,392. 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.

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Senior Tax and Accounting Specialist

Century Group - Los Angeles , CA

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Tax and Accounting Specialist to join their dynamic accounting team. In this critical role, you'll play a pivotal part in managing our tax obligations ...

ZipRecruiter - 16 days ago

Senior Tax Specialist

COAST Products - Portland , OR

About the Position We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Tax/Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing various ...

LinkedIn - 35 days ago

Senior Tax Specialist

Golden Hippo - Los Angeles , CA

We're Looking For A: Sr. Tax Specialist who will be responsible for executing various tasks regarding tax matters crucial to our tax compliance requirements and adherence to various taxing ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 85 days ago

Senior Tax Specialist

Celanese - Irving , TX

Prepare/review quarterly/annual tax provisions for foreign group of entities as a part of global tax provision. * Assist researching the US GAAP rules ensure the accuracy of the financial statement ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago

Sr. Tax Manager - 1796398

Optimal Staffing - Dallas , TX

The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for providing tax and consulting services to business clients ... Conducts top level review of T/R and resolves all tax issues with client; involves specialists ...

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Tax Director or Senior Tax Manager

Wealth Recruitment, LLC - San Jose , CA

Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or ... Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Senior Manager works directly with or ...

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What does a Senior Tax Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Senior Tax Specialist

Demonstrated ability to prepare tax journal entries, completely manage account analyses, help prepare for tax audits, and handle less complex tax audits.

October 31, 2022

Prepare or review calculations required under ASC 740 relating to international operations, including both current and deferred tax provisions, tax account reconciliations, and monitoring of local foreign tax audits.

November 08, 2022

Reviews and finalizes journal entries prepared by other staff members that are within established guidelines for materiality, including monthly, quarterly and year-end accruals.

November 28, 2022

Developing strong client relationships through excellent customer service, quality work products, and the highest professional integrity.

December 30, 2022

Assists supervisor/management in coordinating the monthly and yearly closeout process, annual audits, financial and management reporting requirements, and audited financial statement preparation.

March 22, 2023

Performs fluctuation analysis of financial statement variances, writes reports on findings and provides supporting documentation for conclusions reached.

April 16, 2023

Works with manager and Senior Analyst to ensures client tax tables reflect proper application of the tax rates based upon client type, client treaty entitlement and tax documentation requirements.

April 23, 2023

Manage and deliver large projects by developing the project team, assessing engagement risks throughout, driving conclusions, and reviewing / challenging the output produced by the team.

April 27, 2023

Provide outstanding customer service (both internal and external) and deliver exceptional customer experience and value by setting, communicating and meeting customer expectations.

May 08, 2023

Actively participate as a member of the team and support other team members as needed, including fill in work across the Tax department as needed.

May 15, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Senior Tax Specialist in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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93541

113392

102607

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

97792

121508

108519

What is the average salary for Senior Tax Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Tax Specialist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Senior Tax Specialist ranges from $93,541 to $113,392 with the average base salary of $102,607. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $97,792 to $121,508 with the average total cash compensation of $108,519.

View Average Salary for Senior Tax Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$102,607	$93,541 - $113,392
Bonus	$5,912	$4,251 - $8,116
Total Pay	$108,519	$97,792 - $121,508

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Senior Tax Specialist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,067 - $114,030	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,067 - $114,030	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,960 - $113,900	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,032 - $113,986	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,032 - $113,986	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $91,926 - $111,434	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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