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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Tax Accountant

Collaborate with clients and colleagues to provide exceptional service Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting CPA or EA license preferred 4+ years of public accounting experience Strong technical...

Payroll Tax Specialist

  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Payroll Tax Specialist page is loaded Payroll Tax Specialist remote type Hybrid locations Phoenix, Arizona, United States Of America time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id...

Senior Tax Analyst (Hybrid/Remote - West Coast)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 hour ago

The Senior Tax Analyst will work with the Senior Tax Managers primarily on the global tax provision and non-U.S tax compliance....

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Associate Tax Auditor, Franchise Tax Board

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance....

Tax Auditor, Board Of Equalization

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Tax programs administered by the CDTFA are concentrated in two general areas - sales and use tax, and special taxes and fees....

Remote Personal Tax Preparer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

tax returns, S Corporation tax returns, virtual tax preparation, PTIN...

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Tax Associate - Work From Home

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Keywords: tax preparation, federal tax returns, state tax returns, Tax Associate, PTIN, virtual tax services, TurboTax, customer service, remote work, tax software...

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Senior Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home

  • Maywood, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Maywood, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Senior Business Tax Accountant - Work From Home

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

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Chief Tax Officer

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Bilingual in Chinese / English. 6+ years of progressive tax experience (public accounting and/or in-house)....

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Seasonal Business Tax Expert

  • Bell, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bell, CA
  • 1 day ago

Must possess active unrestricted credential: EA (Enrolled Agent), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or Practicing Attorney Minimum of 2 seasons of personal Tax Preparation experience, with a minimum...

Senior Tax Associate - Work from Home - Tax

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Senior Tax Associate - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required Overview Intuit is seeking Tax Experts for the upcoming tax season....

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Tax Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: Demonstrate 2+ years of corporate tax experience in a public accounting or similar environment. Show proficiency in reviewing financial documents and identifying necessary tax forms....

Tax Accountant

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: Prepares payroll tax, sales or other local tax and certain personal income tax returns....

Senior Tax Analyst

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

This opening will have an emphasis on fixed asset related income tax compliance matters....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFinance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.9%
Master's Degree
36.6%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
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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