16 Results for Tax Preparer Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

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Tax Manager

La Jolla, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California. This role is suited for someone who can oversee a varied client portfolio, deliver accurate tax work across multiple entity types, and build trusted client relationships through clear guidance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the preparation and review of tax filings for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and estates while maintaining accuracy and compliance. • Manage multiple client engagements at once, establishing priorities, monitoring timelines, and ensuring responsive, high-quality service. • Provide practical tax guidance to clients by explaining complex regulations in a clear and approachable manner. • Conduct technical research on tax matters and apply findings to support planning, reporting, and compliance needs. • Prepare and review annual income tax provisions and federal tax returns for a range of business and individual clients. • Support matters related to entity formation and advise clients on tax considerations connected to organizational structure. • Use industry-standard tools and software, including Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and tax preparation platforms such as Lacerte, to complete engagements efficiently. • Identify tax issues, resolve filing challenges, and recommend effective solutions that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Tax Attorney

Costa Mesa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Tax Practice Seeks California-Licensed Attorney – 40-Hour Week + Monthly BonusesA legal practice handling tax-related matters is seeking a California-licensed Tax Attorney to join its team. This is a 100% onsite opportunity offering a consistent 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule and 40-hour workweek, a casual office environment, and monthly bonus potential. The Tax Attorney will work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, touching approximately 300 cases per month. While prior tax law experience is preferred, the firm will also consider attorneys coming from other practice areas, including personal injury, criminal defense, or collections, as well as candidates with IRS experience. This position is 100% onsite. Tax Attorney Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide legal advice and counsel to clients regarding tax-related matters.</li><li>Review cases and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Prepare and review legal documents and case materials.</li><li>Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.</li><li>Analyze evidence and develop strategies and arguments for matters requiring litigation.</li></ul> Perks:<ul><li>40 hour week!</li><li>Casual office environment</li><li>Monthly performance bonuses</li><li>Bonus potential averages approximately $1K–$5K per month, paid per settlement</li></ul>Pay: $110,000 - $180,000 DOE + monthly bonuses +benefits Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision benefits, and paid time off TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot][com]
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Newport Beach, California in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can quickly step into a fast-paced accounting environment, manage daily financial activities with limited onboarding, and support accurate reporting across property-related operations. The ideal candidate brings solid experience with accounting systems used in real estate or property management settings, along with a strong command of payroll, ledger activity, and financial statement review. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure account accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies. • Process payroll activities with attention to compliance, accuracy, and established deadlines. • Produce financial reports and assist with the preparation and analysis of individual and consolidated financial statements. • Evaluate accounting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and alignment with reporting requirements. • Support property accounting functions by tracking financial activity related to real estate portfolios and operating entities. • Utilize AppFolio or comparable property management accounting platforms to maintain records and execute core accounting tasks. • Contribute effectively in a high-volume environment by prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple financial processes simultaneously.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Coronado, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a service-focused organization in Coronado, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage recurring financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to budgeting and analytical work across multiple entities. The position also partners with internal teams on payables, receivables, compliance reporting, and financial review activities to help ensure timely and reliable accounting results. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting. • Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly. • Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger. • Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods. • Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis. • Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making. • Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation. • Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in San Diego, California. This role supports core accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution. • Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing. • Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner. • Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close. • Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation. • Support audit requests by organizing schedules and providing supporting records, while partnering with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, Receiving, and Operations to resolve accounting matters and improve workflow efficiency.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Irvine, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a contract position based in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with strong accounts payable experience, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage financial activity accurately in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to invoice processing, payment administration, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain compliance across routine accounting functions. Responsibilities: • Process and review invoices for program-related, utility, and facility expenses to ensure timely and accurate payment. • Manage recurring accounts payable cycles, including preparing payments for scheduled check runs and coordinating disbursements each week. • Execute payments through electronic transactions and manual checks while maintaining complete supporting documentation. • Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries within the general ledger to support accurate monthly financial records. • Track expenditures tied to grant-funded or government-supported programs and assist with reimbursement submission activities. • Communicate with vendors and external funding contacts to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and outstanding balances. • Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account activity to identify discrepancies and support accurate cash reporting. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including ledger review, financial data validation, and preparation of supporting schedules.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mission Viejo, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Contract position based in Mission Viejo, California. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial records, investigating discrepancies, and keeping reporting activities accurate and timely. The person in this role will contribute to core accounting processes while helping maintain reliable data for business and tax-related needs. Responsibilities: • Prepare and organize financial information needed for recurring weekly reports, ensuring figures are complete and submitted on schedule. • Process accounting support documents such as invoices, check requests, and wire transfer requests with a high level of accuracy. • Enter financial data into accounting records and perform reconciliations to confirm balances align with supporting documentation. • Investigate payment overdraft issues by reviewing account activity, identifying root causes, and helping resolve discrepancies. • Analyze month-over-month cost fluctuations and research notable variances to support financial visibility and follow-up. • Assist with journal entry preparation and posting to maintain accurate accounting records within the general ledger. • Support day-to-day research requests related to transactions, account activity, and financial exceptions. • Help maintain organized documentation for accounting activities to support internal review and reporting needs.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in San Diego, California and contribute to core accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate general ledger activity, supporting timely month-end close, and helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across recurring close tasks and special projects. Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other supporting schedules to facilitate an accurate and efficient monthly close process. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner and maintaining clear documentation. • Review profit and loss results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research underlying causes to support management reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to help ensure financial records are complete, organized, and accurate. • Contribute to financial analysis efforts by compiling data, evaluating trends, and assisting with reporting requests. • Support ad hoc accounting assignments and special projects as business needs arise within the finance team.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing North County construction company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. • Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information. • Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review. • Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies. • Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Laguna Beach, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are inviting applications for the role of a Staff Accountant in Laguna Beach, California. This role is central to our clients real estate team, primarily focusing on accounts payable tasks using Yardi software. The role is in-office and offers an exciting opportunity for those with a background in accounting. Responsibilities:• Execute and supervise accounts payable using Yardi software• Perform check runs and contribute to other accounting tasks as needed• Offer support to property management and office tasks as required• Ensure precision and meticulousness in all financial transactions• Handle accounts receivable tasks and bank reconciliations• Maintain and manage the general ledger• Record and manage journal entries• Close financial records at the end of each month• Use accounting software like NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP effectively.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
Know payroll beyond the software? This role is for you.A North County professional services organization is looking for a Payroll Specialist who combines technical payroll knowledge with strong client and employee support skills. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how payroll information flows through a system, identifying discrepancies, and helping people resolve issues before they become larger problems. You'll partner with clients or internal departments to collect payroll information, validate employee data, process payroll accurately, and answer questions throughout the payroll cycle. The position also offers exposure to system workflows, account setup, reporting, and process improvements.The team is looking for someone who can work independently, communicate clearly, and take ownership of payroll from initial data review through final reconciliation.Your day-to-day responsibilities:<ul><li>Collect and review payroll information for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Process payroll according to established schedules and service deadlines.</li><li>Validate employee hours, pay rates, deductions, tax information, and direct deposit details.</li><li>Investigate payroll calculation issues and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Communicate with clients, employees, or department contacts regarding missing information and payroll questions.</li><li>Assist with onboarding new payroll accounts or employee groups.</li><li>Maintain payroll calendars, processing checklists, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare payroll registers, reconciliation reports, and other recurring reporting.</li><li>Review payroll changes and ensure appropriate approvals are documented.</li><li>Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll processes.</li><li>Support payroll system updates, testing, and process improvements.</li><li>Identify recurring issues and recommend practical solutions that improve accuracy and turnaround time.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
Payroll is your specialty. Accuracy is your reputation.A growing North County organization with multiple operating locations is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join its accounting and HR team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the importance of accurate payroll, enjoys troubleshooting discrepancies, and can manage competing deadlines without sacrificing attention to detail. Supporting a diverse employee population, this position requires someone who is comfortable handling hourly and salaried payroll, reviewing timekeeping records, processing employee changes, and partnering with managers to resolve issues before payroll closes. You'll have an active role in keeping payroll operations running smoothly while helping improve the processes behind them. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable communicating with employees and supervisors at all levels. If you enjoy owning your work, investigating discrepancies, and making sure people are paid correctly and on time, this could be a great fit.What you'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Process biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple locations.</li><li>Review timecards, overtime, missed punches, meal periods, and other timekeeping exceptions.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, bonuses, deductions, and direct deposit updates.</li><li>Research payroll discrepancies and coordinate corrections with HR and department managers.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and confidential employee information.</li><li>Review payroll deductions, garnishments, reimbursements, and benefit-related adjustments.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and assist with payroll-related general ledger entries.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management and accounting.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay statements, deductions, and timekeeping.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, year-end reporting, and W-2 preparation.</li><li>Help identify recurring errors and recommend improvements to payroll procedures.</li><li>Ensure payroll documentation is maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.</li></ul>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in California. This is a contract position suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented payroll specialist who can step in quickly, work independently, and manage complex payroll activity with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, experience with high-volume processing, and confidence working with non-exempt and piece-rate pay structures. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for approximately 1,500 employees while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. • Manage multi-state payroll activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll inputs across a large workforce. • Use payroll systems to enter, audit, validate, and finalize payroll data, resolving discrepancies before payroll completion. • Review non-exempt employee pay records to ensure regular wages, overtime, and piece-rate compensation are calculated correctly. • Perform payroll reconciliations and verify changes such as new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefit-related deductions. • Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate variances, and support smooth payroll execution during each cycle. • Maintain accurate payroll records and help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements. • Assist with payroll-related reporting and support ongoing process needs tied to day-to-day payroll operations.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

16 results for Tax Preparer in Carlsbad, CA