Tax Specialist Jobs in Pasadena, 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 Analyst

  • San Dimas, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Dimas, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago

ADP is hiring a Tax Analyst. In this position you will perform and monitor the preparation of Federal and State zone (geographically; demographically based) incentive programs, including...

Senior Tax Analyst

  • San Dimas, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Dimas, CA (18 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago

ADP is hiring a Senior Tax Analyst. The role of the Senior Tax Analyst is to perform and monitor the preparation of Federal and State zone (geographically; demographically based) incentive...

Tax Manager - Private Client Services

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 3 hours ago

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 next step as a...

Payroll Tax Senior Analyst- USA and CA

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 7 hours 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...

Tax Specialist

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 7 hours ago

The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or...

Cost Segregation Specialist/Tax Pro Needed for Various Projects

  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Cost Segregation Specialist to help our team maximize tax benefits through strategic asset classification. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real...

Tax Manager (Farming and Agriculture)

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Location: REMOTE Salary: $100,000.00 USD Annually - $135,000.00 USD Annually Description: Senior Tax Manager About Us: Due to our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager...

Tech Tax Senior Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Withum's Tax Services Group is made up of a brilliant team of tax specialists that work to ensure tax reporting obligations are met in an accurate and timely manner and minimize or defer the payment...

Summer 2025 - Tax Associate, National Office - State and Local Tax (Southern California)

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest...

Audit/Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Manager to join our fast-growing firm. The Manager will manage a variety of tax, audit and other assignments as designated by the...

Full-Time Tax Preparer For Business Management Firm

  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hollywood, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are a tax and accounting firm in West Hollywood, located in a beautiful office on the iconic Sunset strip. We are looking for a positive & motivated individual to join our tax team and work...

Corporate Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As the Corporate Tax Manager, youll be a member of our corporate tax practice and work on business income tax planning, corporate compliance, and ASC 740 income tax accounting (either tax...

Tax Senior Manager, ASC740

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: The Core Tax Services ("CTS") Senior Manager - ASC740 is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, evaluating and selecting alternative...

Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (Summer/Fall 2025, Winter 2026)

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 15/31/2025 Work you'll 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...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Whittier, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (11 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Experienced Tax Preparer at Jackson Hewitt Experienced Tax Preparer at Jackson Hewitt in Whittier, California Posted in General Business 2 days ago. Type: Full-Time Job Description: Calling all...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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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