Tax Senior Specialist

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.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in business

Experience

Required

• Typically requires 5 years of related experience.

Preferred

• Experience within a Fortune 500 company or public accounting firm is

preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• Ability to identify inefficiencies and recommend administrative improvements.
• Ability to maintain discretion during audits, examinations, or internal

reviews.

• Ability to manage sensitive tax information independently.
• Knowledge of documentation standards supporting tax compliance and reporting.
• Knowledge of organization-wide tax operations and coordination requirements.
• Skill in improving administrative workflows supporting tax effectiveness.
• Skill in training or guiding junior administrative staff on tax procedures.

Preferred

• Ability to perform tax research and document findings
• Ability to learn new tax concepts and embrace new software applications

Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.