Employment Tax Jobs in Los Angeles

We're tracking 3 live employment tax roles in Los Angeles.

Live roles

3

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Seniority spread

  • Senior Manager
    1
  • Director/Head of Tax
    1

Active opportunities

3 live · updated hourly
Baker Tilly logo

International Tax Consulting Senior Manager

Baker Tilly•Los Angeles, California, United States …$184k – $233k
Posted 30+ days ago
Gensler logo

Head of Tax

Gensler•Los Angeles, CA, US$240k – $260k
Posted 30+ days ago
SingerLewak LLP logo

Experienced Tax Staff

SingerLewak LLP•Los Angeles, California …$36.05 – $45.67
Posted 30+ days ago

About this market

Market context

Employment Tax professionals focus on the various taxes associated with wages, salaries, and other forms of employee remuneration. This includes federal, state, and local payroll taxes, withholding requirements, and compliance with related labor laws.

In Los Angeles, Employment Tax encompasses federal obligations (IRS), California state taxes (EDD, FTB), and specific local considerations. Key state agencies include the California Employment Development Department (EDD) for State Unemployment Insurance (SUI), Employment Training Tax (ETT), and State Disability Insurance (SDI), and the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) for state income tax withholding. While Los Angeles does not have a city-level income tax, employers must adhere to federal and state wage and hour laws, and understand the impact of local ordinances on payroll, such as minimum wage requirements and sick leave policies specific to the City and County of Los Angeles.

What's driving demand

  • High Volume of Employers
  • Complex State Labor Laws
  • Remote Work Compliance
  • Gig Economy & Worker Classification

Regulatory timeline

  • 2024-01-01California Senate Bill (SB) 616 - Paid Sick Leave ExpansionEnacted
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  • 2023-07-01Los Angeles County Minimum Wage IncreaseEnacted
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Credentials that matter

  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)essential
  • CPA (Certified Public Accountant)essential
  • EA (Enrolled Agent)valued

Skills & tools

Federal Payroll Tax ComplianceCalifornia EDD RegulationsFTB Withholding RulesWorker Classification (Employee vs. Contractor)Multi-state PayrollHRIS/Payroll Software (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paychex)Multi-jurisdictional ComplianceBenefits TaxationWage and Hour Laws

Frequently asked

What is employment tax in Los Angeles?
Employment Tax professionals focus on the various taxes associated with wages, salaries, and other forms of employee remuneration. This includes federal, state, and local payroll taxes, withholding requirements, and compliance with related labor laws.
How does employment tax work in Los Angeles?
In Los Angeles, Employment Tax encompasses federal obligations (IRS), California state taxes (EDD, FTB), and specific local considerations. Key state agencies include the California Employment Development Department (EDD) for State Unemployment Insurance (SUI), Employment Training Tax (ETT), and State Disability Insurance (SDI), and the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) for state income tax withholding. While Los Angeles does not have a city-level income tax, employers must adhere to federal and state wage and hour laws, and understand the impact of local ordinances on payroll, such as minimum wage requirements and sick leave policies specific to the City and County of Los Angeles.
What credentials matter for Los Angeles Employment Tax roles?
Employers most often look for: CPP (Certified Payroll Professional), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), EA (Enrolled Agent).
Which tools and systems appear in Los Angeles Employment Tax job specs?
Commonly cited: Federal Payroll Tax Compliance, California EDD Regulations, FTB Withholding Rules, Worker Classification (Employee vs. Contractor), Multi-state Payroll, HRIS/Payroll Software (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paychex), Multi-jurisdictional Compliance, Benefits Taxation.
How many Los Angeles Employment Tax roles are live right now?
3 live roles on taxjobs.ai.