Tax Compliance Jobs in New York

We're tracking 11 live tax compliance roles in New York.

About this market

Market context

New York City Tax Compliance involves ensuring individuals and businesses adhere to all tax laws and regulations mandated by New York City, New York State, and the federal government.

New York City imposes several unique taxes, such as the Unincorporated Business Tax (UBT) at a rate of 4% on net income for unincorporated businesses operating within the city. The City also collects sales tax (4.5% City portion, adding to the state rate for a combined ~8.875% in many areas), property taxes, and the Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) on tenants paying over a certain threshold (e.g., $250,000 annually for tax years beginning on or after July 1, 2021). Compliance professionals must navigate filings with the NYC Department of Finance and the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance.

What's driving demand

  • Economic activity within NYC
  • Real Estate Market Dynamics
  • Increased regulatory scrutiny
  • Business expansion and formation in NYC

Regulatory timeline

  • 2021-07-01NYC Commercial Rent Tax - Small Business Exemption Threshold IncreaseEffective
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  • 2020-03-01Impact of remote work on residency and tax nexusOngoing Interpretation
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Credentials that matter

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)essential
  • Enrolled Agent (EA)essential
  • Juris Doctor (JD) with Tax Specializationessential

Skills & tools

NYC Form UBT-204NYC Form CR-ANY-201, IT-201, CT-3Sales and Use Tax Filings (ST-809, ST-100)Property Tax Assessment AppealsTax Research Software (BNA, CCH, RIA)Tax Preparation Software (e.g., UltraTax, GoSystem Tax RS)Microsoft ExcelData Analytics for Tax ComplianceNexus Determination

Frequently asked

What is tax compliance in New York?
New York City Tax Compliance involves ensuring individuals and businesses adhere to all tax laws and regulations mandated by New York City, New York State, and the federal government.
How does tax compliance work in New York?
New York City imposes several unique taxes, such as the Unincorporated Business Tax (UBT) at a rate of 4% on net income for unincorporated businesses operating within the city. The City also collects sales tax (4.5% City portion, adding to the state rate for a combined ~8.875% in many areas), property taxes, and the Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) on tenants paying over a certain threshold (e.g., $250,000 annually for tax years beginning on or after July 1, 2021). Compliance professionals must navigate filings with the NYC Department of Finance and the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance.
What credentials matter for New York City Tax Compliance roles?
Employers most often look for: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Juris Doctor (JD) with Tax Specialization, Enrolled Agent (EA).
Which tools and systems appear in New York City Tax Compliance job specs?
Commonly cited: NYC Form UBT-204, NYC Form CR-A, NY-201, IT-201, CT-3, Sales and Use Tax Filings (ST-809, ST-100), Property Tax Assessment Appeals, Tax Research Software (BNA, CCH, RIA), Tax Preparation Software (e.g., UltraTax, GoSystem Tax RS), Microsoft Excel.
What do New York City Tax Compliance roles pay?
Across 10 live roles carrying pay data, salaries span $70k–$205k.
Who's hiring for New York City Tax Compliance?
Live employer mix: In-house / industry 67%, Boutique / mid-tier 33%.
How many New York City Tax Compliance roles are live right now?
11 live roles on taxjobs.ai.