Tax Specialist Jobs in Upland, 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 (9 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Dimas, CA (9 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 17 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 (9 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • San Dimas, CA (9 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 18 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...

Payroll Tax Coordinator

  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Us At Cast & Crew, we've empowered creativity and supported the global entertainment industry for decades. Together with our family of brands - Backstage, CAPS, Checks & Balances, Final...

Tax Auditor, Employment Development Department

  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Field Tax Auditor Employment Development Department JC-475421 - Field Tax Auditor TAX AUDITOR, EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT $4,558.00 - $7,410.00 per Month Final Filing Date: 5/8/2025...

Tax Supervisor

  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Tax Supervisor needed for large scale company located near Chino, CA. Pays up to 180k DOE. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Preparing and filing sales and use and property tax...

Audit/Tax Senior

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, 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...

Audit/Tax Manager

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 4 days 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...

Experienced Tax Preparer

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 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...

Entry Level Tax Preparer

  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chino, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax codes, rules, and processes. We do this with integrity, quality, and consistency. This is...

Tax Senior

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Looking for a Tax Senior! A reputable client we partner with are looking to add dedicated talent to their team! Enjoy flexibility, career growth, and other great perks. Apply right away!...

Senior Tax Associate, Enrolled Agent

  • Walnut, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Walnut, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world's...

Tax Preparer

  • Baldwin Park, CA (18 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baldwin Park, CA (18 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Baldwin Park, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Tax Preparer Your Purpose: At Jackson Hewitt, we provide an invaluable service in guiding our clients through the tax codes,...

Tax Manager (Multi-State Sales, Property, & Use Tax)

  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ontario, CA (5 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Tax Manager (Multi-State Sales, Property, & Use Tax) Location: Ontario, CA (Onsite) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM FLSA: Exempt, Full-Time Job Summary: A dynamic and growing...

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Upland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Upland, 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 Upland, 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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