Tax Specialist Jobs in Pleasanton, 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 Tax Manager - High Net Worth

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Junior Tax Manager - High Net Worth

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Tax Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

We are currently partnering with the Head of Tax at a global, multinational technology company headquartered in the Bay Area. This innovative and fast-paced organization is seeking a highly...

Trusts & Estates Senior Tax Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Senior Tax Associate

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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 Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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,...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 hour 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...

Tax Senior

  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Position Summary Deloitte Tax LLP seeks a Tax Senior in San Jose, California. Work You'll Do Assist companies with national, state and local and international tax structures and align the tax...

Tax Manager (Bilingual Mandarin Speaking)

  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Tax Supervisor

  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day 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 (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Sierra Staffing Group is seeking a Tax Manager for one of our most well-respected clients in the Walnut Creek, CA area. This is a great opportunity to join a company that offers huge career...

Tax Manager

  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days 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...

Audit/Tax Senior

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Pleasanton, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, 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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