Tax Specialist Jobs in California

A Tax Specialist in the finance industry is responsible for guiding businesses and individuals through the complexities of tax regulations, compliance, and planning. Their duties include preparing tax returns, advising on tax related issues, keeping abreast of tax law changes, conducting research on tax-related topics, and developing tax strategies to minimize tax liability and potential risks. They may also handle disputes with tax authorities and represent clients in case of tax audits. A Tax Specialist must possess excellent analytical and numerical skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid knowledge of tax law and procedures.

Prior to becoming a Tax Specialist, a person may have held roles such as a Tax Associate, an Accountant, or a Financial Analyst. Relevant certifications for this role include Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), or Certified Tax Coach (CTC). Additionally, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree in Taxation or a related field is preferred. Continuous professional development is also crucial in this role due to constantly evolving tax laws and regulations.

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Senior Tax Accountant-Small Business and Tax

  • Novato, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Novato, CA
  • 13 days ago

federal and state taxes Manage members of the tax team as they prepare components of the company's US federal income tax return and other tax documents Plan for and develop an overall return calendar...

Seasonal Tax Associate - Local

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 10 hours ago

You will leverage your tax expertise to provide full service tax return preparation, tax advice, calculations, and software/product support....

Tax Expert EA/CPA REMOTE (Seasonal)

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 23 hours ago

JDA TSG 's Tax Services Group is hiring Enrolled Agents and CPAs across the U.S. as Seasonal Tax Professionals for the upcoming season....

Remote Work

Tax Expert EA/CPA REMOTE (Weekend Seasonal)

  • Corona, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 23 hours ago

JDA TSG 's Tax Services Group is hiring Enrolled Agents and CPAs across the U.S. as Seasonal Tax Professionals for the upcoming season....

Remote Work

Tax Coordinator

  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience working for a public accounting or tax firm supporting team members and/or department leaders, preferred....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago

Work Experience: 3 to 6 years in public accounting and/or US large corporate. High work standards and strong work ethics....

Seasonal Tax Expert - Local

  • Commerce, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Commerce, CA
  • 1 day ago

tax laws....

Entry Level Tax Associate (Tustin, CA)

  • Tustin, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 1 day ago

Work with the tax team to ensure the various components of the tax process are performed -- including tax planning, client interaction and performing special tax projects....

Tax Preparer- California

  • Ridgecrest, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgecrest, CA
  • 2 days ago

Conduct client interviews to gather information about their tax situation. Explain tax return outcomes and provide tax planning advice....

Tax Consultant Intern (Accounting) (Winter 2026)

  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Full Time Tax Consultant (Transfer Pricing) (Summer 2026, Winter 2027)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Tax Consultant Intern (Accounting) (Summer 2027)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Tax Consultant Intern (Transfer Pricing) (Summer 2026)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Modesto, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 2 days ago

This is a great opportunity for advancement in the public accounting field....

Staff Accountant/Tax Preparer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

growing firm seeks Staff Accountant for bookkeeping, preparation of financial statements and various (Business - Corp, SCorp, Partnership, Trust, Exempt, Fiduciary entities and Individual) income tax...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.1%
Master's Degree
36.6%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in California
None
27.3%
1-2 years
22.7%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
4-6 years
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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