Tax Specialist Jobs in Milpitas, 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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Junior Tax Manager - High Net Worth

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Jr. Tax Manager - San Francisco, CA (Small Firm) Ready for a career that offers growth, flexibility, and a personal touch? Join a small firm with 40+ years of experience, where you'll work with...

Senior Tax Manager - High Net Worth

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Senior Tax Manager - San Francisco, CA Ready for a change from the big firm grind? Join a small, close-knit team with over 40 years of experience, where work-life balance is a top priority. You'll...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Senior Tax Manager - A Refreshing Career Opportunity! If you're coming from a large firm, get ready for a refreshing change. Our client, with over 40 years of experience and a close-knit team of...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

I'm Tess, the HR Manager for Delagnes, Mitchell & Linder, LLP. If you're ready for a refreshing change, our company, with 40+ years of experience and a close-knit team of about 65 to 70 employees,...

Trusts & Estates Senior Tax Manager

  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Our firm is seeking a Trust & Estates Senior Tax Manager to join our team. The Trust & Estates Senior Tax Manager will be responsible for managing a team of tax professionals in providing...

Tax Manager (Bilingual Mandarin Speaking)

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

This is a full-time, on-site role as a Tax Manager at Chen & Fan Accountancy Corporation in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for timely and accurate preparation and review of...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (13 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

A fast-growing public accounting & advisory firm is working with some of the most exciting private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, and real estate clients across the U.S. We're seeking top...

Tax Supervisor

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Tax Supervisor Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid) Compensation: $150,000 - $159,000 About the Company Our client is a top-ranked public accounting and advisory firm with a long-standing reputation...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

A family office in San Francisco is looking to add a Tax Manager to the team. Responsibilities: Manage the tax compliance of the family, funds and management companies. Handle annual Partnership...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Our client is a well-established firm in San Jose Ca area, is seeking experienced Tax Seniors and Managers to join their team. Our client partners began their careers as staff accountants and are...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax ManagerResponsibilitiesAs a Tax Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead and develop a team while providing outstanding customer service to our clients.If you have strong technical...

Tax Associate, International Tax Multiple Locations Winter 2026

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the worlds top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMGs extensive...

Payroll Tax Senior Analyst- USA and CA

  • Mountain View, CA (12 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (12 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Payroll Tax Senior Analyst for US and Canada will provide comprehensive payroll tax guidance and support to a high-volume, complex payroll department including but not limited...

High Net Worth Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (6 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago

WHY we get up in the morning At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future. WHAT we believe We believe that collaboration is...

Tax Director - Tax Accounting and Compliance

  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (18 miles from Milpitas, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Director - Tax Accounting and Compliance Palo Alto MongoDB's mission is to empower innovators to create, transform, and disrupt industries by unleashing the power of software and data. We...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Milpitas, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Milpitas, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
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 Milpitas, 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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