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Recruitment began on July 22, 2026 and the job listing Expires on August 22, 2026

Full-time

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Software Specialist Position Overview The Tax Software Specialist plays a key role in supporting the development and maintenance of state and local premium tax returns across multiple software applications. This position involves researching tax requirements, updating calculations, testing changes, and ensuring overall accuracy within our systems.

This is an entry-level role, and training will be provided. It is well-suited for individuals who enjoy problem-solving, working with structured logic, and applying technical skills in a practical, detail-oriented environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

- Develop state and local premium tax returns and supplemental forms using proprietary development tools, supporting applications built in both Java and Kotlin within IntelliJ-based environments
- Research, analyze, and implement tax return changes as necessary
- Review and update existing logic to ensure accurate tax calculations
- Test changes prior to development and production releases
- Provide product support via phone and email while maintaining professional client relationships
- Maintain state specific documentation for tax laws, tax positions, and standards
- Communicate with state taxing authorities regarding tax returns and legislative developments
- Identify and recommend enhancements to software functionality and internal processes
- Meet deadlines and commitments
- Perform other duties as needed or required





Qualifications & Skills

- Strong attention to detail, especially when working with calculations and rules-based systems
- Ability to analyze problems and implement accurate, logical solutions
- Comfortable working with mathematical concepts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Adaptable and able to learn quickly in a changing environment
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and accountability
- Exposure to code, structured logic, or technical systems is helpful but not required
- Familiarity with Java, Kotlin, or IntelliJ is a plus
- Knowledge of tax principles or experience working with financial applications is a plus

Other

- Some work outside normal business hours, including occasional weekends, may be required
- All new hires are assigned a mentor to support training and onboarding, helping build the foundational knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the role

Apply Now Software Specialist Duties And Responsibilities

- Develop state and local premium tax returns and supplemental forms using proprietary development tools, supporting applications built in both Java and Kotlin within IntelliJ-based environments
- Research, analyze,



and implement tax return changes as necessary
- Review and update existing logic to ensure accurate tax calculations
- Test changes prior to development and production releases
- Provide product support via phone and email while maintaining professional client relationships
- Maintain state specific documentation for tax laws, tax positions, and standards
- Communicate with state taxing authorities regarding tax returns and legislative developments
- Identify and recommend enhancements to software functionality and internal processes
- Meet deadlines and commitments
- Perform other duties as needed or required

Qualifications & Skills

- Solid attention to detail, especially when working with calculations and rules-based systems
- Ability to analyze problems and implement accurate, logical solutions
- Comfortable working with mathematical concepts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Adaptable and able to learn quickly in a changing environment
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and accountability
- Exposure to code, structured logic, or technical systems is helpful but not required
- Familiarity with Java, Kotlin, or IntelliJ is a plus
- Knowledge of tax principles or experience working with financial applications is a plus

Other

- Some work outside normal business hours, including occasional weekends, may be required
- All new hires are assigned a mentor to support training and onboarding, helping build the foundational knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the role

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