Tax Manager Jobs in California
Tax Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate tax, state and local tax (SALT), and international tax across technology, entertainment, financial services, and professional services firms at every level from senior individual contributor through director. The largest hiring metro areas are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where established employers such as Deloitte, PwC, and Apple consistently recruit tax managers. Demand for SALT specialists and transfer pricing expertise is especially strong given California's complex tax code. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Senior Tax Manager – Partner Track
Location: Westlake Village, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join an established boutique CPA firm in Westlake Village, CA. This is a leadership opportunity for a hands-on tax professional who can manage daily tax operations, oversee client engagements, mentor staff, and contribute to the firm's continued growth.
The ideal candidate will have strong public accounting experience, an active CPA license, and the ambition to take on increasing leadership responsibilities with a long-term path to partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day tax practice operations, including workflow, deadlines, and quality control.
- Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants through delegation, feedback, and performance guidance.
- Manage client relationships, address client needs, and ensure high-quality service.
- Provide technical tax guidance and resolve complex tax issues.
- Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning, practice development, and business growth.
- Improve internal processes and workflows using systems such as Karbon and emerging AI tools.
- Support team development and contribute to the firm's long-term growth and operational success.
Qualifications
- Active CPA license required.
- 8–12+ years of public accounting tax experience, preferably with a midsize or regional CPA firm.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing complex individual and business tax returns.
- Proficiency with Lacerte or similar tax preparation software preferred.
- Proven experience supervising, mentoring, and developing accounting professionals.
- Ability to independently manage tax engagements and client relationships.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Comfortable adopting new technologies, improving workflows, and implementing process efficiencies.
- Strong interest in taking on greater leadership responsibilities and progressing toward partnership.
Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Job Title: Senior Tax Manager – Partner Track
Location: Westlake Village, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager to join an established boutique CPA firm in Westlake Village, CA. This is a leadership opportunity for a hands-on tax professional who can manage daily tax operations, oversee client engagements, mentor staff, and contribute to the firm's continued growth.
The ideal candidate will have strong public accounting experience, an active CPA license, and the ambition to take on increasing leadership responsibilities with a long-term path to partnership.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day tax practice operations, including workflow, deadlines, and quality control.
- Prepare and review complex individual and business tax returns.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop staff accountants through delegation, feedback, and performance guidance.
- Manage client relationships, address client needs, and ensure high-quality service.
- Provide technical tax guidance and resolve complex tax issues.
- Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning, practice development, and business growth.
- Improve internal processes and workflows using systems such as Karbon and emerging AI tools.
- Support team development and contribute to the firm's long-term growth and operational success.
Qualifications
- Active CPA license required.
- 8–12+ years of public accounting tax experience, preferably with a midsize or regional CPA firm.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing complex individual and business tax returns.
- Proficiency with Lacerte or similar tax preparation software preferred.
- Proven experience supervising, mentoring, and developing accounting professionals.
- Ability to independently manage tax engagements and client relationships.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Comfortable adopting new technologies, improving workflows, and implementing process efficiencies.
- Strong interest in taking on greater leadership responsibilities and progressing toward partnership.
Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Tax Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BDO19
- Deloitte16
- Baker Tilly Canada11
- KPMG10
- Fiesta Auto Insurance9
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing54
- Consulting & Professional Services19
- Technology & Software9
- Investment & Asset Management2
- Energy1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in tax manager jobs across California.
- Active CPA license issued or recognized by the California Board of Accountancy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Five or more years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax
- Deep knowledge of federal and California state and local tax laws and compliance
- Experience managing tax provision processes under ASC 740 for public or private companies
- Strong background in reviewing and signing off on federal and California state returns
Tax Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a tax manager in California?
The standard path starts with earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then obtaining a CPA license through the California Board of Accountancy, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Exam and completing the required hours of supervised experience. Most California employers expect candidates to have spent several years in public accounting, typically at a regional or national firm, before moving into a manager role. A master's in taxation strengthens candidacy for senior positions.
How much do tax managers make in California?
Tax managers in California earn a median of about $97,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,770 for the lowest 10% to over $160,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire tax managers in California?
Employers hiring tax managers in California right now include BDO, Deloitte, and Baker Tilly Canada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major technology firms, and large entertainment studios means in-house corporate tax teams are a significant source of openings alongside the Big Four and regional accounting firms.
Which California cities have the most tax manager jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Irvine have the most tax manager openings in California. Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment conglomerates, real estate investment firms, and large professional services offices, while San Francisco and San Jose openings are driven by technology company headquarters and the dense concentration of venture-backed businesses that need sophisticated tax leadership as they scale.
Are there remote tax manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 61% of tax manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on analysis, compliance review, and stakeholder reporting rather than on-site tasks. Roles focused on federal compliance and tax provision work tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions requiring regular collaboration with California-specific SALT teams are more likely to be hybrid.
How can I get hired as a tax manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is joining a public accounting firm as a staff or senior associate and progressing internally. Large California-based offices of the Big Four and mid-tier firms such as Grant Thornton and BDO regularly hire new graduates and associate-level candidates into tax practices, giving them the supervised experience hours needed for CPA licensure. Moving from a senior associate or tax analyst role at a California corporation is a common lateral path into a first manager title, and an active CPA license consistently gives candidates the edge.
Where can I find and apply to tax manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to tax manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and company sizes. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred metro, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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