Results for Tax Preparer Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

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Tax Manager - Public

Santa Ynez, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished Tax Manager to lead a broad range of tax activities for our public accounting practice in Santa Ynez, California. This position is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can balance technical accuracy with practical planning, while advising clients and internal stakeholders on complex tax matters. The role offers the opportunity to guide tax operations, support staff development, and help strengthen the firm’s overall tax function in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the preparation and final review of federal, state, and local tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and other applicable entities to ensure timely and accurate submission. • Design and recommend tax planning approaches that reduce exposure, improve efficiency, and align with client or organizational financial objectives. • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, evaluate their implications, and translate technical changes into clear guidance for clients and team members. • Conduct in-depth analysis of complex tax questions and develop well-supported documentation, including technical summaries and research-based conclusions. • Lead tax examinations and inquiries by coordinating with auditors and government agencies, gathering required materials, and managing responses throughout the process. • Supervise entry-level tax team members and operations staff by assigning work, reviewing output, and coaching team members to build technical capability and confidence. • Maintain organized tax records and prepare reporting materials that provide leadership with visibility into compliance status, risks, and planning opportunities. • Collaborate with colleagues across accounting and client service functions to resolve tax issues efficiently and deliver a high standard of service.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Santa Barbara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to support a public accounting team serving businesses and individual clients in California. This position combines tax return preparation with accounting-related work and offers the chance to contribute to a broad client portfolio, including closely held companies and high-net-worth individuals. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and a careful approach to reviewing financial information and supporting documentation. Responsibilities: • Prepare federal and related tax filings for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts with a high degree of accuracy. • Analyze client records and financial documents to identify missing information, unusual items, and potential reporting issues before submission. • Provide accounting support tied to the tax process, including recording and refining journal entries as needed. • Use accounting and tax software such as QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, and Sage to maintain reliable financial data and assist with compliance work. • Assemble clear, well-organized workpapers that support return positions and facilitate internal review. • Monitor completed returns for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with current tax rules and filing requirements. • Communicate with clients when additional records or clarification are needed to move engagements forward efficiently.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Paula, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team. This position will support high-volume payables operations while helping maintain accurate financial records and dependable vendor payment practices. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish, highly organized, and comfortable working across teams to improve efficiency and resolve issues quickly. Responsibilities:• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, from receiving vendor invoices through coding, routing, and final payment processing.• Handle a large volume of invoices with close attention to accuracy, deadlines, and supporting documentation.• Review purchase orders, invoices, and receiving records to confirm alignment and investigate any mismatches before payment.• Maintain vendor account information and respond to supplier questions professionally in both English and Spanish.• Coordinate recurring payment activity, including weekly check runs, electronic payments, and wire transfers.• Reconcile accounts payable records to the general ledger and contribute to month-end closing activities.• Track outstanding payables, review aging reports, and help ensure obligations are settled within agreed terms.• Assist with year-end reporting requirements, including 1099 preparation, and support audit-related documentation requests.• Work closely with purchasing, operations, and accounting partners to address issues, strengthen controls, and improve processes.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Santa Barbara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations and contribute to accurate, timely financial reporting for our team in Santa Barbara, California. This role is ideal for someone with a solid grounding in accounting who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining organized records, and helping close out each month with precision. You will collaborate closely with accounting leadership and colleagues while building deeper experience across reporting, reconciliations, tax support, and audit preparation. Responsibilities: • Record and post month-end journal entries to keep the general ledger complete and accurate. • Support the monthly close by helping compile financial statements and related reporting materials. • Review financial results for fluctuations and trends, and investigate unusual balances or transactions. • Prepare reporting packages and organized backup documentation for internal stakeholders and leadership review. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, daily cash activity, and deposit records while resolving variances promptly. • Handle routine banking and cash management tasks through online banking platforms as part of daily operations. • Assist with tax, regulatory, and industry reporting requirements, including maintaining accurate supporting records. • Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records to ensure assets are tracked correctly. • Contribute audit schedules and respond to documentation requests during annual audit activities. • Help identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, controls, and overall process efficiency.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Tax Sr. - Corporate

Ventura, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
101000 - 113000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax specialist to support corporate tax operations in California. This role contributes to accurate compliance, reliable reporting, and stronger tax processes across income tax, sales tax, and fixed assets. The ideal candidate brings sound technical knowledge, strong analytical ability, and a collaborative approach to working with finance, accounting, and external partners. Responsibilities: • Manage the preparation of federal, state, and international income tax filings, along with related calculations, payment support, and detailed documentation. • Complete recurring sales and use tax returns and perform reconciliations that confirm balances are accurate, complete, and compliant. • Review fixed asset activity on a regular basis, maintain tax-related asset records, and calculate depreciation for reporting and filing purposes. • Prepare property tax submissions and perform cost segregation analyses to support appropriate tax treatment of capital assets. • Assist with tax audits by organizing support materials, responding to requests, and helping resolve questions from auditors and advisors. • Investigate tax calculation discrepancies, address system-related issues, and help improve the consistency of data across tax and finance platforms. • Use tax and financial software, including OneSource and related tools, to produce timely filings and support reporting needs. • Partner with accounting, finance systems teams, and external specialists to strengthen controls, improve workflows, and enhance tax reporting efficiency.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

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