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12 results for Tax Preparer in Sacramento, CA

Tax Accountant
  • Auburn, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Tax Accountant to support individuals with accurate and timely income tax filing. This position is ideal for someone who is confident interpreting personal tax information, preparing returns, and guiding clients through the filing process with professionalism. The role requires strong technical knowledge, careful review practices, and the ability to work efficiently during busy tax periods.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review individual income tax returns while ensuring compliance with current federal and state tax regulations.</p><p>• Gather, organize, and evaluate client financial documents to complete filings accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to clarify tax information, resolve discrepancies, and explain filing outcomes in a clear manner.</p><p>• Identify applicable deductions, credits, and tax positions based on each client&#39;s financial situation.</p><p>• Use Lacerte Tax Software to complete return preparation, perform calculations, and maintain organized tax records.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and manage multiple client engagements effectively during peak filing periods.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information and follow high standards in all client interactions.</p>
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting team in California, with a primary emphasis on individual tax engagements. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong technical tax knowledge with sound judgment, client-facing confidence, and the ability to keep work moving efficiently through demanding deadlines. The role offers the opportunity to guide complex return preparation, advise clients on tax matters, and support quality across the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and final review of complex individual income tax filings, including advanced Form 1040 engagements and related schedules.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-saving opportunities and filing considerations while maintaining adherence to applicable federal and state tax rules.</p><p>• Manage return pipelines and seasonal priorities to ensure assignments are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Evaluate work produced by entry-level team members, provide constructive feedback, and help develop their technical capabilities.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client questions throughout the tax process, offering clear guidance and responsive support.</p><p>• Assist clients with tax notices, examinations, and other compliance-related matters by coordinating responses and resolving issues efficiently.</p><p>• Monitor multiple client engagements at once, balancing deadlines, quality expectations, and service commitments in a public accounting setting.</p>
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager/Director
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an accomplished tax leader to join a growing organization in the Greater Sacramento area. This position offers the chance to guide a developing tax function, support a broad range of client and compliance needs, and help shape efficient practices that can scale with the business. The ideal candidate brings strong public tax expertise, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead teams while partnering effectively with executives and clients.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day tax operations by setting team priorities, assigning work, and maintaining accountability for deadlines and deliverables.</p><p>• Review and oversee complex tax filings across individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and other multi-entity engagements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Provide advanced guidance on tax planning, regulatory interpretation, and advisory matters for clients, leadership, and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Evaluate current tax procedures and implement improvements to workflow, documentation, technology usage, and overall efficiency.</p><p>• Support organizational growth by building practical processes, strengthening controls, and helping create a scalable tax infrastructure.</p><p>• Manage capacity planning, scheduling, and quality review standards to balance workload and maintain high service levels.</p><p>• Build trusted relationships with clients, company leadership, and cross-functional partners through clear communication and responsive support.</p><p>• Identify strategic tax opportunities related to entity structure, transactions, and business decisions, and present practical recommendations.</p><p>• Contribute to hiring, coaching, and performance development efforts to strengthen the tax team over time.</p><p>• Monitor federal and state tax law developments and communicate relevant impacts to clients and decision-makers. </p>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager
  • Roseville, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Tax Manager or Tax Manager to join a growing public accounting practice serving clients in multiple states. This position offers flexibility in how work is performed, with options that may include onsite, hybrid, or primarily remote arrangements for candidates in the Greater Sacramento area. The role is well suited for someone who wants to deepen client ownership, guide developing team members, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s tax practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead a diverse book of tax engagements and ensure compliance and advisory work is completed accurately and within established timelines.</p><p>• Examine complex returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, and other business entities before final delivery to clients.</p><p>• Advise clients throughout the year on tax strategies that support planning, compliance, and broader business objectives.</p><p>• Analyze intricate federal and state tax questions and translate findings into practical, client-focused recommendations.</p><p>• Coordinate multiple assignments at once, balancing seasonal deadlines and year-round service commitments across a varied client portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen client relationships by anticipating needs, identifying planning opportunities, and serving as a reliable tax advisor.</p><p>• Oversee the work of staff and senior accountants by providing technical direction, thoughtful review notes, and constructive coaching.</p><p>• Support the development of team members through mentoring, training, and ongoing guidance that builds internal capability.</p><p>• Work closely with partners and firm leadership on engagement planning, staffing priorities, client strategy, and practice expansion efforts.</p><p>• Contribute to operational improvement by recommending ways to enhance workflow efficiency, service quality, and engagement performance.</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Tax Staff - Public
  • Auburn, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Please reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to join a public accounting firm in California, supporting clients with sophisticated trust and estate matters. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing client interactions, handling complex filings, and contributing practical tax guidance. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and their advisors while supporting a broad range of compliance and planning needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and examine trust, estate, and individual tax filings to ensure complete, timely, and compliant submissions.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, legal counsel, and outside advisors on ongoing tax-related questions and deliverables.</p><p>• Take responsibility for an established portfolio of client accounts and maintain strong, responsive relationships with minimal ramp-up time.</p><p>• Contribute to tax planning strategies involving trusts, estates, and related entities by identifying issues and recommending practical solutions.</p><p>• Support additional tax compliance, accounting, and reporting work as client needs require.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal team members and external professionals to gather documentation, resolve issues, and keep engagements moving efficiently.</p>
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Lincoln, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role is well suited for someone who can maintain accurate financial records, assist with close activities, and contribute to reliable reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Shantel Poole via LinkedIn or call 916-649-0832.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial transactions are accurately reflected in the accounting system.</p><p>• Maintain and review general ledger activity, identifying discrepancies and helping keep balances current and accurate.</p><p>• Assist with month-end closing tasks, including account analysis, documentation, and timely completion of assigned deliverables.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts on a regular basis, researching and resolving variances as needed.</p><p>• Support accounts payable processes by verifying coding, reviewing supporting documentation, and helping ensure timely payment processing.</p><p>• Compile financial data and maintain organized records to support reporting requirements and internal reviews.</p><p>• Partner with colleagues across finance and operations to clarify transaction details and improve the accuracy of accounting information.</p>
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Vacaville, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36 - 39 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team on a Contract basis. This contract opportunity will focus on supporting year-end financial activities, audit readiness, and core accounting operations in a fast-moving municipal environment. The ideal candidate can step into established workflows quickly, work with minimal supervision, and contribute dependable accounting support from day one.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily cash recording activities and complete timely reconciliations to maintain accurate financial balances.<br>• Prepare and enter monthly journal entries across multiple departments while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and reliable.<br>• Contribute to year-end closing efforts and help assemble materials needed for the annual audit process.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, investigating discrepancies, and resolving reconciliation issues.<br>• Process recurring accounting transactions with a high degree of accuracy and attention to established financial controls.<br>• Adhere to documented procedures and internal guidelines while carrying out assigned accounting tasks.<br>• Partner with other members of the finance team to assist with daily operations and month-end workload demands.<br>• Provide clear updates on progress, risks, and deadlines so that accounting priorities remain on track.
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Antioch, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing daily accounting operations with month-end support and cross-functional problem-solving. The position will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting activities, and helping ensure reliable accounting processes across multiple clinic locations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review and process vendor invoices, verifying proper coding, completeness, and payment accuracy before entry.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for bank activity and general ledger accounts to maintain accurate and timely financial records.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by preparing schedules, organizing support, and assisting with deadline-driven accounting tasks.</p><p>• Create journal entries and preserve clear documentation to support account activity and audit readiness.</p><p>• Reconcile incoming cash receipts and deposits from several clinic sites to ensure balances are recorded correctly.</p><p>• Examine vendor statements, research outstanding items, and help resolve billing or payment inconsistencies.</p><p>• Track fixed assets and prepaid balances, ensuring records remain current and expenses are recognized appropriately.</p><p>• Support vendor onboarding and maintain organized, up-to-date vendor records within accounting files.</p><p>• Assist with financial reporting requests, audit preparation, and adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.</p><p>• Partner with clinic leadership and corporate teams to address accounting questions and improve issue resolution across departments.</p>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations in Stockton, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can manage financial records accurately, contribute to timely reporting, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger activity, account analysis, and reconciliations, along with the ability to communicate clearly and handle multiple deadlines effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Record and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial data across assigned accounts.<br>• Perform routine bank and general ledger reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner.<br>• Review account activity, identify inconsistencies, and take appropriate action to correct discrepancies.<br>• Prepare recurring internal financial reports and supporting schedules to assist with reporting needs.<br>• Follow established accounting processes and help uphold compliance with internal controls and documentation standards.<br>• Contribute to special accounting assignments and provide support on department priorities as business needs evolve.<br>• Assist with tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax processes when needed.
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Sacramento, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume healthcare organization in San Ramon, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist with strong attention to detail who can independently assess payroll issues, investigate discrepancies, and help drive timely resolution in a fast-moving environment. The role requires strong analytical judgment, deep functional payroll knowledge, and the ability to work across systems, stakeholders, and testing activities with accuracy and urgency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate payroll defects across Workday Payroll and related enterprise applications, document findings, and help move issues through to closure.<br>• Support future-state tenant activities, data conversion efforts, and catch-up payroll transactions while partnering with impacted teams to resolve payroll data issues.<br>• Review payroll outcomes during parallel testing, reconcile variances, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.<br>• Manage defect intake by assessing severity, setting priorities, assigning next steps, and escalating critical risks or blockers when needed.<br>• Coordinate testing efforts by organizing plans, timelines, execution steps, and issue follow-up across multiple systems and business workstreams.<br>• Work with internal partners and external vendors to validate and resolve integration-related issues affecting inbound and outbound payroll data flows.<br>• Confirm that fixes are successful by coordinating retesting activities and validating that corrective actions fully address identified problems.<br>• Track testing results and defect patterns to identify recurring concerns, highlight emerging risks, and provide actionable updates to project leadership.<br>• Prepare reports, dashboards, and summary materials that communicate defect status, testing progress, key decisions, and outstanding follow-up items.<br>• Maintain complete documentation of test results, issue histories, resolutions, and lessons learned to support future testing cycles and continuous improvement.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a permanent, long-term contract position based in Stockton, California. In this role, you will help keep accounting records current, ensure transactions are processed accurately, and contribute to smooth month-end activities. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing core bookkeeping functions independently while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee outgoing and incoming financial transactions, including vendor payments and customer receipts, to keep accounts current and accurate.<br>• Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts on a routine basis to identify discrepancies and maintain balanced records.<br>• Record daily accounting activity in QuickBooks and help preserve complete, organized financial documentation.<br>• Prepare and process invoices, deposits, and payments while ensuring all supporting information is properly tracked.<br>• Assist with journal entries and contribute to month-end close tasks to support timely financial reporting.<br>• Provide broad bookkeeping assistance across accounting operations and respond to routine financial recordkeeping needs.<br>• Review account activity for accuracy and follow up on outstanding items to help maintain clean and reliable ledgers.
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Sacramento, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p>The Robert Half Full-Time Engagement Professionals practice is looking for a Bookkeeper to assist with daily financial tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports</li><li>Record financial transactions and update the general ledger</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions</li><li>Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related documentation</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Monitor financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with policies</li><li>Provide administrative support to the finance department as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z