Tax Specialist Jobs in Canyon Country, CA

A Tax Specialist in the accounting industry is responsible for preparing, filing, and ensuring the accuracy of an organization's or individual's tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and providing advice on tax related matters. They research, analyze, interpret, and apply tax laws, regulations, and court decisions to help optimize tax savings and minimize tax liabilities. Their duties also include identifying tax savings opportunities, developing tax strategies, and assisting with audits and tax litigations.

The skills required for a Tax Specialist include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, a thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations, and proficiency in tax software and databases. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and tax authorities. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Tax Coach (CTC) certification would be advantageous. Prior roles that can lead to a Tax Specialist position include Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, or Tax Associate.

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Tax Preparer- California

  • Palmdale, CA (23 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Palmdale, CA (23 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Title: California Tax Preparer Department/Business Unit: Managed Operations Reports to: Office Supervisor Status: Seasonal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Summary The Tax Preparer role involves...

Manager - Tax

  • Burbank, CA (18 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (18 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Compute taxes owed, follow tax form instructions and tax tables for federal, state, and/or international income tax compliance and planning....

Tax Manager, Professional Services

  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

Senior Tax Associate, Professional Services

  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+...

Tax Supervisor in Glendale,CA,US

  • Glendale, CA (20 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (20 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 9 days ago

A start-up niche CPA firm is seeking a Tax Supervisor to oversee client relationships, lead complex tax engagements, and manage a growing book of businesses. This is a role with the opportunity to...

Tax Manager, Tax Technology & Automation

  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Responsibilities Process Improvement & Automation Support Identify areas within tax compliance, reporting, and planning that are ideal for process standardization and automation....

Senior Tax Consultant - Work from Home - 2+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required

  • Santa Clarita, CA (7 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Santa Clarita, CA (7 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Intuit is seeking Tax Experts for the upcoming tax season. If you have an active PTIN and unrestricted credential (CPA/EA/Practicing Attorney) we would love to connect with you! What You...

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Tax Manager

  • Altadena, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Altadena, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 12 days ago

If you’ve been grinding for years in public accounting and waiting for the opportunity — not just another lateral move — this might be the one. We’re working with a...

Tax Manager

  • Glendale, CA (20 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (20 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 12 days ago

If you’ve been grinding for years in public accounting and waiting for the opportunity — not just another lateral move — this might be the one. We’re working with a...

Tax Supervisor

  • San Fernando, CA (10 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (10 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for a tax role where you’re more than just a number on a busy season spreadsheet? We’re working with a small, well-established CPA firm in the San Fernando Valley area...

Tax Supervisor

  • Sun Valley, CA (15 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (15 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for a tax role where you’re more than just a number on a busy season spreadsheet? We’re working with a small, well-established CPA firm in the San Fernando Valley area...

Tax Supervisor

  • Sylmar, CA (10 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (10 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for a tax role where you’re more than just a number on a busy season spreadsheet? We’re working with a small, well-established CPA firm in the San Fernando Valley area...

Tax Supervisor

  • Pacoima, CA (12 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pacoima, CA (12 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for a tax role where you’re more than just a number on a busy season spreadsheet? We’re working with a small, well-established CPA firm in the San Fernando Valley area...

Tax Supervisor

  • Panorama City, CA (14 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Panorama City, CA (14 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Looking for a tax role where you’re more than just a number on a busy season spreadsheet? We’re working with a small, well-established CPA firm in the San Fernando Valley area...

Tax Manager, Private Client Advisors

  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (24 miles from Canyon Country, CA)
  • 18 days ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

Demographic Data for Canyon Country, CA

Moving to Canyon Country, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Canyon Country, CA below.


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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Canyon Country, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Canyon Country, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in Canyon Country, CA
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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