Tax Specialist Jobs in Westminster, 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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US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY25 Sourcing) (FY26 Hire)

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 6/15/2025 Work youll 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 professional...

Tax Senior

  • Cerritos, CA (9 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Cerritos, CA (9 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 15 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

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (12 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (12 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 15 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...

EH - Tax - Senior - SAP Global Trade Services (Indirect - GTA)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

As a practitioner within Deloittes Global Trade Advisory Practice, you'll have the opportunity to help clients get the most from their SAP investments-and help position businesses for the evolving...

US E - Tax - Senior Manager - Global Trade Advisory (Indirect - GTA)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Do you enjoy providing powerful business solutions to some of the world's most well-known and respected companies, including more than 75 percent of the Fortune 100? Would you like to join one of...

US E - Tax - Senior - Real Estate Tax (BTS National)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Partnerships. Subchapter K. REITS. Consulting for major players. Are you looking for an opportunity to help develop and use the latest tax technologies in the real estate industry to serve...

US E - Tax - Senior - State Income and Franchise - Investment Management - Multistate

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Are you a strategic and creative Multistate Tax professional who loves solving complex state and local tax issues? Are you intrigued by the tax considerations specific to investment management,...

US C - Full Time Tax Consultant (Accounting) (FY26 Sourcing) (FY27 Hire)

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Recruiting for this role ends on 6/15/2025 Work youll 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 professional...

Japanese Business Services Federal Tax Senior - Global Compliance and Reporting - CA, TX, NY

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Location: Los Angeles, New York, Houston, San Francisco, Dallas At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams...

Tax Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

and economic/political climate which may affect clients' finances + Supervise and review Staff Accountant's and/or Senior Staff Accountant's preparation of moderately complex tax returns + Conduct tax...

Tax Senior, Private Equity

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Will Include: Performing detail-level reviews of tax research, partnership work papers, allocations, and tax filings Coordinating and communicating with client contacts as required...

Tax Manager - Private Equity

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities will include: Performing high-level reviews of tax research, partnership work papers, allocations, and tax filings Preparing and leading client meetings on compliance and advisory projects...

Tax Manager - Real Estate

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago

research Strong managerial experience with budgets, people and projects Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve One of the...

Tax Manager - Federal / Corporate Tax

  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (6 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago

research Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve One of the following active accreditations obtained: Licensed CPA in state...

Tax Senior - Federal / Corporate Tax

  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (21 miles from Westminster, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Westminster, CA

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Westminster, 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 Westminster, 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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