Tax Specialist Jobs in La Palma, 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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Insurance Tax Senior Manager - United States

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Industry/Sector Insurance Specialism Industry Tax Practice Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to...

Senior Tax Manager - National Office

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 hours 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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Tax Manager - Private Client Services

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Job Description At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you are starting out in your career or taking your...

Tax Director

  • El Segundo, CA (21 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (21 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.  Its our heritage and its also our future. Because we dont just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and...

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY27 Hire)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 6/15/2025 Work youll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor the go-to tax professional...

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY28 Hire)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 7/28/2025 Work youll do As a tax consultant, you will work directly with clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist and advisor the go-to tax professional...

Tax Manager - Credits & Incentives

  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA (18 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview TAX MANAGER - CREDITS & INCENTIVES We believe that human care comes first. Only when our talent thrives can they deliver their very best to our clients. We are honored to serve agents of...

Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Delegates, manages, and performs tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product....

Tax Senior Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

research software....

Tax Manager - Exempt Organizations Tax Services

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The successful candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's in Tax is a plus CPA, LLM or JD is preferred Minimum of 5 years of progressive tax experience Strong tax research skills...

Senior Manager, Tax

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CIM Group, LP (Los Angeles, CA) seeks Senior Manager, Tax. Part week work from home available in Los Angeles, CA area. Duties: Manage tax compliance, financial reporting, investor reporting, and...

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Tax Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 1 day ago

A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Associate to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the...

International Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (14 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Conducting basic and complex tax research. Developing and maintaining client relationships. Identifying tax planning and consulting opportunities....

Remote Work

Tax Director, Family Office

  • West Hollywood, CA (23 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (23 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group is a renowned business management firm serving high net-worth clients in the sports and entertainment industry. Tri Star provides comprehensive financial...

Tax Senior, Integrated Tax and Financial Services

  • West Hollywood, CA (23 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (23 miles from La Palma, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group is a renowned business management firm serving high net-worth clients in the sports and entertainment industry. Tri Star provides comprehensive financial...

Demographic Data for La Palma, CA

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in La Palma, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in La Palma, 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 La Palma, 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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