Tax Senior Associate - Corporate Tax - NorCal

Baker Tilly US; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 128,690; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly US seeks a Tax Consultant in Walnut Creek, CA, to provide tax compliance and advisory services to various corporate clients. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in accounting or law and have over two years of experience in public accounting. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $98,000 to $128,690, along with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two (2)+ years of experience providing tax compliance and consulting services in a public accounting firm.
• Strong leadership, project management, organizational, and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance and advisory services to corporate clients.
• Participate in tax research projects, draft IRS responses.
• Communicate with specialty tax practices on complex matters.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Project management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or law

CPA, EA, or JD license

Job description

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted member of the engagement team providing various tax compliance and consulting services to middle market corporate clients.
• Provide tax compliance and advisory services to c‑corporations, s‑corporations, and partnerships ranging from middle market to multinational companies, including ASC 740 expertise.
• Participate in tax research projects, draft IRS responses, and address other tax authority inquiries.
• Team with leaders on special projects in various areas of tax.
• Develop recommendations for the client and share with leadership to discuss and strategize.
• Communicate and collaborate with specialty tax practices on complex state, local, high‑net‑worth, international, research‑and‑development, and credit/incentive matters.
• Learn and grow from direct on‑the‑job coaching, mentoring, and firm‑wide learning and development programs.
• Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong internal and client relationships.
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy.
• Enjoy friendships, social activities, and team outings that encourage a work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or law, or a related business degree, with enough coursework and credits to sit for the CPA and/or Bar exam in the state being considered.
• CPA, EA, or JD license preferred.
• Two (2)+ years of experience providing tax compliance and consulting services in a public accounting firm.
• Demonstrated skills in time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving.
• Strong leadership, project management, organizational, and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

Compensation

• In Walnut Creek, CA: $98,000 to $128,690.
• In Santa Clara, CA: $88,000 to $123,740.
• In Santa Rosa, CA: $85,500 to $108,420.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law.