Tax Specialist Jobs in Escondido, 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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Strategic Employment Partners

Tax Manager

A dynamic CPA firm in Southern California is seeking a Tax Manager to join their team. This company is based outside of Del Mar but the role is fully remote. In this role, you would be responsible...

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Tax Senior Associate - High Net Worth Tax

  • Solana Beach, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Location: Solana Beach, CA Work Arrangement: In-office or Hybrid Typical Day in the Life As a Tax Senior Associate in our high net worth tax practice, you will be responsible for working with...

Tax Manager - High Net Worth Tax

  • Solana Beach, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Solana Beach, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Location: Solana Beach, CA Work Arrangement: In-office or Hybrid Typical Day in the Life As a Tax Manager in our high-net-worth tax practice, you will be responsible for working with individual...

International Tax Manager

  • La Costa, CA (13 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • La Costa, CA (13 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Key Responsibilities Prepare and/or review international components of quarterly and annual income tax provisions (ASC 740), including BEAT, GILTI, Subpart F, FDII, E&P, FTC, and FIN 48....

Junior Tax Analyst

  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Poway, CA (6 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Work cross-functionally with accounting, finance, legal, and IT departments to ensure tax compliance....

International Tax Manager

  • La Costa, CA (13 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • La Costa, CA (13 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 25 days ago

740), management of local country tax compliance for selected countries, and tax planning initiatives and business support projects....

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International Tax Manager

  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (16 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

What you'll do: Prepare and review the international areas of the global income tax provision (ASC 740). Work on international tax projects with different teams throughout the business....

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Senior Tax Associate - Tax Publishing (National Office)

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

writing skills Ability to meet deadlines Strong proficiency with tax research databases (Bloomberg BNA, RIA Checkpoint, TaxNotes, etc.)...

Senior Tax Associate

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

research projects on a variety of tax issues, and assists with training on various related topics; Proactively manage project deadlines to ensure delivery of work product based on client and management...

Tax Manager

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : RRR LJ - La Jolla, CA Salary Range : $115000.00 - $150000.00 Salary Travel Percentage : Up to 25% Description At Redwitz, Inc. we offer a comprehensive range of services...

Block Advisor Tax Advisor Immediate Hire

  • La Mesa, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Mesa, CA (22 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

2026 Tax Staff I - Private Client Services (PCS)

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether youre starting out in your career or taking your next step as a...

Tax Manager - Private Client Services

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent field is required 4+ years of tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or public/Coporate mix CPA or IRS...

Senior Tax Manager - National Office

  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (20 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with partnerships, S corporations, and/or C corporations Strong analytical and writing skills Strong proficiency with tax research databases (such as Bloomberg...

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Seasonal Tax Preparer in Walmart

  • Santee, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santee, CA (15 miles from Escondido, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Paid time off Training & development The ideal candidate is a resourceful self-starter who works well independently, and part of a team. Someone who...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Escondido, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Escondido, 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 Escondido, 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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