Tax Specialist Jobs in Van Nuys, 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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Manager, Tax Consulting (Transaction Implementation)

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Description Manager, Tax Consulting (Transaction Implementation) About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and...

Tax Senior

  • Calabasas, CA (14 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Calabasas, CA (14 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

Tax Senior Opportunity | Clear Path to Partnership This rare opportunity is part of the firm’s succession plan and offers a clear path to partnership. This full-service, forward-thinking...

Tax Senior

  • Lawndale, CA (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lawndale, CA (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Tax Senior Opportunity | Clear Path to Partnership This rare opportunity is part of the firm’s succession plan and offers a clear path to partnership. This full-service, forward-thinking...

Tax Senior

  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA (18 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Tax Senior Opportunity | Clear Path to Partnership This rare opportunity is part of the firm’s succession plan and offers a clear path to partnership. This full-service, forward-thinking...

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Tax Manager

  • Woodland Hills, CA (8 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA (8 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

At Moss Adams, we champion authenticity. For us, that means fostering a culture of talented people who care—about you, about our clients, and about our communities. Here, you’ll work towards our...

Tax Manager, International Tax - Global Strategies Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic thinker with first-hand knowledge across a variety of industries? Do phrases like "global effective tax rate reduction" and "efficient global cash utilization"...

Manager, Tax Legal Business Associate - Tax Technology Consulting

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The role of technology in legal functions is growing exponentially and allowing legal departments to transform how they improve their processes, increase efficiencies and...

Tax Senior, International Tax - Global Strategies Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Are you a strategic thinker with first-hand knowledge across a variety of industries? Do phrases like "global effective tax rate reduction" and "efficient global cash utilization"...

Tax Senior

  • North Hollywood, CA (8 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Hollywood, CA (8 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Senior Opportunity | Clear Path to Partnership This rare opportunity is part of the firm’s succession plan and offers a clear path to partnership. This full-service, forward-thinking...

US E - Tax - Manager - IT - Global Strategies Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a strategic thinker with first-hand knowledge across a variety of industries? Do phrases like global effective tax rate reduction and efficient global cash utilization peak your interest?...

US E - Tax - Senior - IT - Global Strategies Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a strategic thinker with first-hand knowledge across a variety of industries? Do phrases like "global effective tax rate reduction" and "efficient global cash utilization" peak your...

US E - Tax - Senior Consultant - Value Added Tax - Indirect Tax

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a team player with a practical, business-oriented mindset? Do you enjoy working in an ever-changing global environment with fast-moving markets and evolving business models? Our Global...

US E - Tax - Senior Global Employer Services - Japanese Services Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a leader and strategic thinker who is able to integrate strategic business knowledge with market-leading experience to design talent, mobility, and rewards programs? Do you have an...

US E - Tax - Senior - NFTS - PSG OPS

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Are you a tax specialist with experience in federal/tax and or partnership tax compliance who is frustrated with the traditional role in tax compliance?...

Tax Manager - Partnership Solutions Group

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 days ago

You've earned your stripes as a tax specialist and tapped into the world of cutting-edge tax technology....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Van Nuys, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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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