$50 - $55 per hour
We are seeking an Interim Sales & Use Tax / Accountant to support a leading beverage packaging and manufacturing organization. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of sales and use tax compliance while supp…
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Tax Specialist jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Tax specialists prepare returns and plan around tax law for individuals or businesses. They track changing regulations, find legitimate savings, and keep filings accurate and on time.
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$29–$76/hr
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$99k
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Progressive regonal CPA firm needs an Audit Director, who has a State and Local Government specialization- Fast track to Partnership - Reasonable work life balance - Hybrid work envirronment. Relocation assistance availa…
Progressive regonal CPA firm needs both an Audit Manager and an Audit Senior, who have a Non-Profit specialization- Fast track to Director - Reasonable work life balance - Hybrid work envirronment The Manager is the liai…
SEIU USWW United Service Workers West Accounting Specialist Finances Based in Los Angeles, CA Location: Los Angeles, California... ...collection of W-9 forms. Prepare annual environmental fee tax reports. Complete and su…
$75k - $85k
THE BASICS Role Summary: The Stores Accounting Analyst is responsible for the financial management, reconciliation, and reporting of Nadel's e-commerce and company store programs. This role serves as the primary accounti…
Terms of employment Annual Salary See below for details Type of Work Full Time Type of Job Accounting Officer Location USA California Los Angeles Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree Career 7Year...
$140k - $195k
Audit Senior Manager A very prestigious CPA firm in the Los Angeles area, with a diverse and growing client base, is looking to hire an experienced audit professional, with aspirations of becoming partner at a rapid rate…
$105k - $145k
Gpac has partnered with top CPA firms across the United States and Canada that are looking for top talent to add to their team on a permanent-full-time basis! We are seeking Audit Managers with a path to Partnership to a…
$65k - $90k
A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Associate to their team. This stable and growing firm offers clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax. Due to the recent growth of the firm, there is an opportuni…
$55k - $65k
robust end to end solutions they offer to their clients, as well as reputation for excellence in the market, is seeking an Accounting Specialist. This position is a rewarding opportunity, for the professional seeking unl…
Financial Investigator Employment Type: Full-Time, Mid-Level Department: Financial Investigation CGS is seeking a Financial Investigator to join our team providing legal support and investigative services to a large fede…
$77k - $100k
GHJ is looking for a Tax Senior Associate WHY we get up in the morning At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future. WHAT we believe We believe that c…
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What tax specialists earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $29–$40 | $61k–$83k |
| Mid level | $40–$56 | $83k–$116k |
| Senior | $53–$76 | $110k–$159k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Federal and state tax lawTax return preparationTax researchTax software (UltraTax, Lacerte)Tax planning strategiesIRS correspondenceExcelDeadline managementClient communication
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What types of returns have you prepared, and at what volume?
Be specific: individual, partnership, S corp, or multi-state, and roughly how many per season. Complexity handled matters more than raw count.
How do you stay current with tax law changes?
Name real habits — IRS updates, CPE, firm alerts, or research platforms like Checkpoint — and one recent change you applied in practice.
Walk me through how you research an unfamiliar tax question.
Show the hierarchy: code and regulations first, then rulings and guidance, then documenting the position and its support before advising.
Tell me about a tax-saving opportunity you found for a client or employer.
Describe how you spotted it, the rules that made it legitimate, and the dollar amount saved. Keep the tone factual rather than clever.
How do you handle an IRS notice or examination?
Explain reading the notice carefully, gathering documentation, responding within deadlines, and keeping the client calm and informed throughout.
How do you manage the workload of filing season?
Talk about early document collection, workflow tracking, and triage by deadline and complexity, plus knowing when to extend rather than rush.
What do you do if you discover an error on a previously filed return?
Show integrity and process: quantify the impact, advise on amending, and follow the correction rules rather than hoping it goes unnoticed.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For tax specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List return types and volumes per season, including multi-state or consolidated work, since firms match on complexity.
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Quantify savings you identified for clients or the company, even as a range.
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Name your software precisely — UltraTax, Lacerte, ProSystem fx, OneSource — because it shortens onboarding.
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State credentials clearly: CPA, EA, or exam progress, each of which changes what work you can sign.
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Include IRS representation or notice-resolution experience; it distinguishes preparers from advisors.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Tax Preparer
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Tax Specialist
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Senior Tax Specialist
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Tax Manager
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Tax Director
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