Tax Jobs in San José
We're tracking 54 live tax roles in San José.
Live roles
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Seniority spread
- Manager16
- Analyst10
- Senior/Assistant Manager9
- Director/Head of Tax8
- Senior Manager3
Active opportunities
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Manager, Indirect Tax
Tax Senior Manager, National Office (Transfer Pricing)
Senior International Tax Manager
Tax Manager - Estate, Gift & Trust
Tax Experienced Senior, Core Tax Services
Tax Senior, Core Tax Services - Corporate/ASC 740
Manager, Core Tax Services - Corporate/ASC 740
Tax Director
Tax Supervisor
Tax Supervising Senior
Tax Manager
Experienced Tax Staff
Tax Director
Tax Supervising Senior
About this market
Market context
State and Local Tax (SALT) professionals in San José specialize in tax matters pertaining to California state income, sales, property, and various local business taxes specific to the city of San José and Santa Clara County. This includes compliance, planning, controversy, and advisory services for businesses and individuals operating within this jurisdiction.
California has a progressive individual income tax, reaching a top marginal rate of 13.3% (including the Mental Health Services Act surcharge) for high earners. The state sales tax rate is 7.25%, with additional district taxes in San José bringing the combined rate to as high as 9.25% (e.g., Santa Clara County Transportation Authority). Property taxes are generally capped at 1% of the assessed value under Proposition 13, plus local debt service levies. Businesses in San José are subject to a business tax based on gross receipts, filed with the City of San José Office of the City Clerk.
What's driving demand
- High-tech industry growth
- Complex California tax regulations
- Increased remote work implications on nexus
- Real estate and property development
Regulatory timeline
Credentials that matter
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)essential
- Master of Science in Taxation (MST)essential
- Juris Doctor (JD) / LL.M. in Taxationessential