Tax Senior Specialist

Sempra; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sempra is seeking a tax professional to synthesize multi-source information into reliable tax packages and implement process controls that reduce errors. You will support state and local indirect taxes, including audits, returns, and compliance tasks across utility operations, collaborating with auditors and internal teams to improve timeliness and accuracy.

You will contribute to standardized processes, improve documentation, and support regulatory submissions, helping ensure compliance and

Responsibilities

• Analyze audit requests and prepare responses for state and local indirect tax audits
• Prepare business license renewals and sales & use tax returns
• Prepare property tax renditions and state income tax returns
• Standardizes templates, naming conventions, and retention practices across recurring deliverables to reduce rework.
• Performs quality checks on compiled provision and return packages and confirms control evidence is complete and traceable.
• Coordinates auditor and regulator requests, aligning owners, due dates, and evidence to ensure consistent responses.
• Compiles unit‑level tax data that supports regulatory reports and rate or proceeding submissions for utility and energy operations.
• Develops quick‑reference guides and process documentation that clarify submission steps and review expectations.
• Analyzes support workflows and recommends targeted changes that improve timeliness and accuracy.
• Facilitates knowledge‑sharing sessions and cross‑reviews to strengthen team consistency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Sempra: Advancing a better future for all

At Sempra, a better world begins with better energy—and with people who want to make a difference. That’s why we’re tackling the biggest challenges facing our industry while building ahigh‑performance culture where you can do your best work. Together, our teams support nearly 40 million consumers across the U.S. We’re consistently recognized for our long‑standing commitment to training, development and inclusion, and we pride ourselves on being a collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives and experiences are valued. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career and help build a better energy future—for everyone.

Primary Purpose

Synthesizes multi‑source information into reliable tax packages and implements process controls that reduce errors and rework for recurring deliverables. Team provides support with numerous tax compliance tasks related to state and local indirect taxes, including state income taxes.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyze audit requests and prepare responses for state and local indirect tax audits
• Prepare business license renewals and sales & use tax returns
• Prepare property tax renditions and state income tax returns
• Standardizes templates, naming conventions, and retention practices across recurring deliverables to reduce rework.
• Performs quality checks on compiled provision and return packages and confirms control evidence is complete and traceable.
• Coordinates auditor and regulator requests, aligning owners, due dates, and evidence to ensure consistent responses.
• Compiles unit‑level tax data that supports regulatory reports and rate or proceeding submissions for utility and energy operations.
• Develops quick‑reference guides and process documentation that clarify submission steps and review expectations.
• Analyzes support workflows and recommends targeted changes that improve timeliness and accuracy.
• Facilitates knowledge‑sharing sessions and cross‑reviews to strengthen team consistency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.