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Tax Accountant

Palm Desert, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Job Title: Tax Accountant / Tax SeniorLocation: Palm Desert, CAIndustry: Public Accounting / CPA Firm Job Summary:A well-established CPA firm in Palm Desert is seeking experienced tax professionals to join its team. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in public accounting and tax preparation, preferably those who hold a CPA or EA designation. The firm is open to professionals with a few years of experience as well as more senior-level tax talent. This role is focused on tax, not audit. Key Responsibilities:Prepare and review individual, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns. Based on general knowledge.Support tax planning, research, and compliance activities for a variety of clients. Based on general knowledge.Analyze financial records and identify tax issues, opportunities, and filing requirements. Based on general knowledge.Communicate with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide tax-related support. Based on general knowledge.Ensure accurate and timely completion of tax work in compliance with federal and state regulations. Based on general knowledge.Assist with year-end tax projections and ongoing client advisory needs. Based on general knowledge.Stay current on tax law updates and changes impacting clients. Based on general knowledge.Collaborate with firm leadership and team members during busy season and throughout the year. Based on general knowledge.Qualifications:2–3+ years of recent tax experience in public accounting required. Based on general knowledge.CPA strongly preferred; EA credentials also highly desired. Based on general knowledge.Prior experience in a CPA firm or similar public accounting environment required. Based on general knowledge.Strong tax preparation and review experience across multiple return types. Based on general knowledge.Audit-focused backgrounds are not the target for this role; a tax-focused background is required. Based on general knowledge.Senior-level tax professionals are also encouraged to apply. Based on general knowledge.Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to manage deadlines in a client-service environment. Based on general knowledge.Preferred Background:Experience working with a diverse client base in a public accounting setting. Based on general knowledge.Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative firm environment. Based on general knowledge.Longer-term public tax experience is highly valued. Based on general knowledge.Why Join This Firm:Opportunity to join an established CPA firm with a focus on tax expertise. Based on general knowledge.Open to both experienced tax accountants and more senior-level professionals. Based on general knowledge.Collaborative environment with ongoing client-facing work and tax advisory exposure. Based on general knowledge.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager/Senior Tax Accountant

Murrieta, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
104000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to lead client tax engagements and guide the daily execution of a growing tax practice in California. This role combines advanced technical tax work with team leadership, client advisory support, and oversight of quality and deadlines across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of individual, corporate, partnership, and nonprofit taxation, along with the ability to strengthen processes and deliver thoughtful planning strategies that support client goals. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day work of the tax function, ensuring returns and related filings are completed accurately and submitted on schedule. • Prepare and examine complex tax returns for individuals, businesses, and tax-exempt organizations, providing high-level technical review before final approval. • Lead tax planning initiatives and modeling exercises that help clients make informed decisions and improve tax efficiency. • Coach, mentor, and support tax staff and senior accountants by offering technical guidance, workload direction, and ongoing development feedback. • Organize departmental priorities, manage seasonal deadlines, and coordinate scheduling to maintain consistent delivery during high-volume periods. • Build and maintain strong client relationships by advising on tax matters, discussing planning opportunities, and identifying additional value-added services. • Meet with clients virtually and in person to review returns, gather information, and discuss planning recommendations. • Strengthen internal quality standards by refining review procedures, improving workflow practices, and promoting efficient tax preparation processes. • Respond to tax notices, support audit-related matters, and communicate with taxing authorities to help resolve client issues. • Track changes in tax legislation, interpret their impact, and share practical guidance with leadership, staff, and clients as appropriate.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Audit Supervisor

Riverside, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Prestigious Inland Empire CPA firm has an outstanding opportunity to join their company as an Audit Senior or Manager to work with firm Staff and Partners. This is an excellent firm where the new candidate will find a very detail oriented environment, highly educated and intelligent teammates, where your contributions will be recognized, and where you will have a broad client base in many varied industries with a heavy focus in manufacturing. The ideal candidate with have 3+ years of public accounting experience with an audit/accounting (AA) focus but including some individual and corporate tax knowledge. This individual will be assigned or lead on client audits and reviews and will develop the ability to perform all aspects of an audit. This firm is growing very quickly and provides excellent detail oriented growth and advancement opportunity. The Partners wants a person on their team who has high personal standards, good team working skills, excellent accounting education and understanding, and who enjoys client contact. Company provides excellent medical benefits and detail oriented training. Firm pays market wages depending upon experience plus time and a half for all overtime required. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are required as are excellent Excel and computer skills. Requirements: 2+ years of public accounting experience for Senior, 5+ years of experience for Manager CPA license or CPA Candidate Experience in commercial audits and reviews required - in the construction, manufacturing, distribution industries a plus. Strong computer, communication and people development skills, including training and instruction A strong team leader with the ability to supervise staff, manage projects and work professionally with partners, staff, and clients. Ability to stay current on all general detail oriented pronouncements and developments, and interact with peer review auditorsIf you are currently registered with Robert Half, contact your Recruiting Manager. Please reference job order number 00500-120616. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. If you are not currently registered with Robert Half, please contact your Recruiter or call Yvette Merk at (909) 493-6082 immedIately!
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Moreno Valley, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to oversee core financial operations and maintain accurate, timely reporting for a public-sector environment in Moreno Valley, California. This Long-term Contract position will lead day-to-day accounting activities, support month-end close, and help ensure the integrity of general ledger and fund-level records. The role also works closely with internal teams, external agencies, and audit partners to promote strong financial controls and responsive service. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting functions and monitor financial activity to maintain complete and accurate records. • Prepare monthly financial reports that clearly present receipts, disbursements, and the overall financial status of the organization and related entities. • Manage general ledger activity, including review of postings, oversight of special fund accounting, and resolution of account discrepancies. • Perform and review bank and account reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring timely correction of outstanding issues. • Create, examine, and approve journal entries to support accurate month-end close and financial reporting. • Support automated accounting applications by assisting with testing, validation, and issue resolution for processes that affect financial data. • Partner with departments, government entities, and community stakeholders on accounting matters, ensuring clear communication and coordinated follow-through. • Respond professionally to inquiries related to accounts payable, budgeting, and other finance topics from internal and external parties. • Assist with audits, compliance activities, and special finance projects while reinforcing established accounting policies and reporting standards.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z