Tax Specialist Jobs in Sherman Oaks, 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 - Corporate/Commercial

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

740 tax provision support and review preparation; Supervise train, mentor, and evaluate Interns, Associates and Senior Associates; and Receive formal corporate tax training, on the job training, direct...

Senior Tax Manager - Private Client Services

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Senior Tax Associate - Private Client Services

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Tax Manager - Private Client Services / High Net Worth Tax Practice - Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Real Estate Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Real Estate Senior Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Real Estate Tax Senior Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 10 hours ago

Application Notice We encourage you to apply thoughtfully by selecting one position that best matches your qualifications and interests. You may submit up to two active applications at a time....

Tax Manager / Senior Manager - Estate/Gift/Trust Group

  • Westlake Village, CA (23 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (23 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Manager in our Tax service line, you will be responsible for the following: Providing tax compliance and advisory services to High Net Worth Individuals, including their closely related businesses...

Tax Manager/Senior Manager - High Net Worth Individuals

  • Westlake Village, CA (23 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (23 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Manager in our Tax service line, you will be responsible for the following: Provides tax compliance and advisory services to High Net Worth Individuals including their closely related businesses...

Tax Manager

  • Bell Gardens, CA (19 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA (19 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 3 days ago

If you’ve been grinding for years in public accounting and waiting for the opportunity — not just another lateral move — this might be the one. We’re working with a...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Hermosa Beach, CA (21 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA (21 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 4 days ago

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Senior Tax Manager CPA - Hermosa Beach, CA | Hybrid Option Realm Business and Tax Advisory is hiring a Senior Tax Manager to join our growing,...

Remote Work

Business Tax Specialist

  • Pasadena, CA (16 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (16 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Business Tax Specialist Location: Pasadena Language: Mandarin bilingual a plus Join a Global Team with Headquarters in China Were a multinational company looking for a Business Tax Specialist...

Business Tax Consultant - Work From Home - 3+ Yrs Paid Tax Experience Required?

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview At Intuit we believe everyone should have the opportunity to prosper, which is why our mission is Powering Prosperity Around the World. Being a mission-driven company includes living our...

Remote Work

Sales Tax Manager

  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago

& internal teams performance & align goals & project priorities to ensure that deadlines are met, fillings are accurate, payments are submitted timely; all while minimizing audit exposure Conduct tax...

Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from Sherman Oaks, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Manager Responsibilities: - Manage tax compliance, planning, and research for clients - Oversee a team of tax professionals - Develop and maintain client relationships - Ensure client tax issues...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Sherman Oaks, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Sherman Oaks, 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 Sherman Oaks, 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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