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Tax Specialist jobs in San Jose, 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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$33–$86/hr
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$112k
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Corporate Tax Senior Associate Location: San Jose, CA (Hybrid Minimum 3 days per week in the office) Employment Type: Permanent... .... You will collaborate with experienced tax professionals and specialists to deliver e…
$101.2k - $129.03k
technologies to create scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a skilled Senior Tax Associate to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming bus…
$190k - $220k
Tax Director - Family OfficeJoin an established, integrated family office serving ultra-high-net-worth entrepreneurs and tech-wealth families, where a $190,000-$220,000 base salary, full practice ownership, and direct pa…
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About Crane:Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to lan…
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in San Jose, California. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with pe…
$30 - $38 per hour
▶︎ Job Details ・Job Title: Experienced Tax Staff (Japanese Bilingual) ・Client: Accounting Firm ・Working Location: Remote or San Jose ・Working Style: Mostly remote ・Employment Type: Non-Exempt (Overtime paid after 40 Hour…
trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues fa…
Progressive regonal CPA firm needs an Audit Manager who has a State and Local Government specialization- Fast track to Director / Partnership - Reasonable work life balance - Hybrid work envirronment. Relocation assistan…
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…
Overview is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create worl…
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What tax specialists earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $33–$45 | $69k–$94k |
| Mid level | $45–$63 | $94k–$131k |
| Senior | $60–$86 | $124k–$179k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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