Tax Specialist Jobs in Menlo Park, 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 Manager

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Progressive corporate tax experience in multinational consolidated tax compliance and financial reporting. A combination of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience is preferable....

Tax Director

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Progressive corporate tax experience in multinational consolidated tax compliance and financial reporting....

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

You Will (Job Responsibilities): Provide tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of high-net worth individuals, partnerships, and corporations....

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Advisor for Real Estate Investors and Business Owners Location : San Jose, CA Experience : 6 years of tax preparation Qualifications : CPA or EA required Key Responsibilities : Interact...

Tax Senior/Manager/Senior Manager/Director Asset Management

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage U.S. tax compliance and consulting engagements for partnerships, corporations, and other entities in the asset management industry Review and prepare U.S. tax returns and...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Manager About the Opportunity Our client, a growing national accounting and advisory firm, is currently seeking a Tax Manager for their San Jose, California office. In this hybrid role, you...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Research, review, and organize tax documents Maintain tax compliance and consulting to a diverse base of clients Oversee, train, and mentor tax professionals Tax Manager Qualifications : Bachelor's...

Manager or Senior Manager, Tax Exempt Organizations

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and/or advisory services to tax-exempt organizations Work as part of a dedicated team of experienced exempt organization professionals Build and manage a portfolio...

Tax Senior Manager, Federal Tax - Flow-Thru (Remote Option)

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services to pass-through entities and partnerships for a variety of Asset Management clients Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team helping to...

Remote Work

Partnership Tax Manager

  • Palo Alto, CA (2 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (2 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Partnership Tax Manager Venture capital firm is currently seeking a Partnership Tax Manager to oversee tax and accounting for various entities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent...

Tax Manager / Tax Director

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Your focus will initially be on tax planning, financial planning and tax compliance for closely held businesses and their owners, as well as high net worth individuals outside of the closely held business...

Global Indirect Tax Senior Associate

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

research, preparation of technical memorandums and drafting client correspondence....

Indirect Tax Manager - US (San Jose)

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Assist with project work across various activities, including business advisory, system implementation, financial reporting, product launches, and tax research....

Chief Tax Manager (bilingual)

  • Redwood City, CA (3 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (3 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Key Duties: Tax Compliance & Reporting Lead federal, state, and international tax filings, coordinating with Big Four firms and internal stakeholders....

Tax Manager, Tax Technology & Automation

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago

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

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Menlo Park, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Menlo Park, 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 Menlo Park, 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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