Tax Specialist Jobs in Newark, 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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Senior Payroll Tax Analyst

  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (7 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview** The Sr. Payroll Tax Analyst is responsible for day-to-day operations, oversight and governance of the US payroll and employment tax portfolio within the Global Payroll organization....

Individual Tax Manager - CPA or EA, CPA firm experience required

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Individual Tax Manager Position Available at Wheeler Accountants LLP Advancement and opportunity await at Wheeler Accountants! Wheeler offers a fast-paced and exciting work environment with...

Senior Tax Director/Manager

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Tax Director/Manager We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Tax Director/Manager to join our esteemed regional CPA firm. This role involves overseeing technical tax reviews...

Tax Manager

  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 4 days ago

You will work directly with other members of our team and clients, building a relationship as a trusted tax specialist, advisor, and leader....

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US / European - Tax Manager / Senior / Director

  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (8 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Strong working knowledge of complex tax compliance, provision work or advisory services....

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 5 days ago

research tools, including BNA and CCH, to provide tax compliance and consulting services to various clients; Performing analysis for FIN 48, effective tax rate reconciliation, and valuation allowance...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 6 days 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 (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days 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

  • Sunnyvale, CA (9 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (9 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days 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 (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days 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 (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days 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...

Tax Manager, Professional Services

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 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

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 7 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+...

Manager or Senior Manager, Tax Exempt Organizations

  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Newark, CA)
  • 8 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...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Newark, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Newark, 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 Newark, 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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