Tax Consultant Jobs in California

Tax Consultant jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate tax, state and local tax (SALT), and high-net-worth individual advisory, with openings at every level from entry-level associate through senior manager and director. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where firms like Deloitte, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers maintain large California practices alongside major technology and entertainment companies running in-house tax teams. Demand is especially strong for professionals with California SALT expertise, federal corporate compliance experience, and familiarity with multi-state apportionment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerRyan
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type67% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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Leasing Consultant - APARTMENTS - TAX CREDIT
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Leasing Consultant - APARTMENTS - TAX CREDIT
CANNON MANAGEMENT
Indio, California
Customer Service
Property Management
Sales
$20 - $21/hr
On-Site
51-200

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International Tax Senior Manager (Consulting)
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International Tax Senior Manager (Consulting)
Baker Tilly Canada
Los Angeles, California
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Tax
$141k - $281k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Senior Consultant Real Property Tax
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Senior Consultant Real Property Tax
Ryan, LLC
Glendale, California
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$86k - $114k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Principal, Sales and Use Tax Consulting - Western U.S.
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Principal, Sales and Use Tax Consulting - Western U.S.
Ryan, LLC
San Jose, California
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
Hybrid
Master's degree in accounting
5,001-10,000

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Consultant, Real Property Tax
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Consultant, Real Property Tax
Ryan, LLC
Glendale, California
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$69k - $86k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Tax Consultant Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
3 jobs
Glendale
2 jobs
Indio
1 job
Irvine
1 job
Anaheim
1 job
San Jose
1 job
Los Angeles
1 job

Tax Consultant Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ryan3 open roles
Deloitte2 open roles
Baker Tilly Canada2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Banking & Financial Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in tax consultant jobs across California.

  • Holds or is eligible for California CPA license through the California Board of Accountancy
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Proficiency in federal and California state corporate or individual tax compliance
  • Experience preparing or reviewing federal and multi-state tax returns
  • Familiarity with tax software such as CCH Axcess, GoSystem, or OneSource
  • Strong knowledge of ASC 740 income tax accounting for corporate roles

Tax Consultant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a tax consultant in California?

Most tax consultant roles in California require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and progress toward or completion of the California CPA license, issued by the California Board of Accountancy. Candidates typically sit for the Uniform CPA Examination and meet California's education and experience requirements before licensure. Some employers hire candidates who are CPA-eligible and working toward licensure, particularly at the associate level.

How much do tax consultants make in California?

Tax consultants in California earn a median of about $70,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,910 for the lowest 10% to over $104,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire tax consultants in California?

Employers hiring tax consultants in California right now include Ryan, Deloitte, and Baker Tilly Canada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's large technology sector and entertainment industry also generate significant in-house tax consultant demand alongside the major public accounting firms.

Which California cities have the most tax consultant jobs?

San Francisco, Glendale, and Indio have the most tax consultant openings in California. Los Angeles draws hiring through its entertainment, real estate, and media industries, San Francisco and San Jose are driven by the concentration of technology company headquarters requiring in-house and advisory tax expertise, and the presence of all major public accounting firms across these metros keeps demand consistently high.

Are there remote tax consultant jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of tax consultant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of tax work. Compliance, research, and advisory functions are the most consistently offered in remote or hybrid arrangements, while roles involving client-facing work or team leadership more often require in-office presence.

How can I get hired as a tax consultant in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or staff tax role at one of the large public accounting firms operating in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Jose, many of which run structured new-graduate programs that hire directly from California university accounting programs. Candidates transitioning from adjacent roles such as bookkeeper, accounting analyst, or financial analyst also move into tax consultant positions. Pursuing CPA exam eligibility and completing coursework that meets California's education requirements gives candidates a clear edge at the associate level.

Where can I find and apply to tax consultant jobs in California?

You can find and apply to tax consultant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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