Tax Accountant
California Water Group • San Jose, CA • Full Time
Posted on Thu, May 21, 2026
Job Description:
The Tax Accountant is responsible for the preparation of corporate income, property, excise, and franchise tax returns; assists with the preparation of the monthly income tax provision for financial reporting; maintains tax depreciation, gain/loss, and discontinued operations schedules; assists with various tax audits and government information requests. This position is located at Customer Support Services in San Jose, CA.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Coordinates corporate tax and other accounting transactions between the districts and General Office departments
Responsible for preparation of corporate income, property, excise, and franchise tax returns.
Prepares the monthly income tax provisions for financial reporting
Maintains tax repairs deductions in TFA (fka Powertax).
Tracks deferred tax assets; maintains tax depreciation; gain/loss on discontinued operations schedules using TFA (fks Powertax)
Maintains and updates the Company’s tax calendar; organizes and maintains tax workpapers
Assists with various tax audits and government informational requests or inquiries
Prepares reports and schedules for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), federal, state, or local tax authorities
Records and reconciles regulatory accounts for state of California Safe Drinking Water contracts
Prepares Unclaimed Property filings; sends out email reminder, and reviews and reconciles Company’s unclaimed property
Performs other duties as assigned to fulfill business operational needs and objectives
Attends meetings and trainings as directed by California Water Service Group
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience
Three years of increasingly responsible experience working as a tax accountant in a regulatory environment
Knowledge of local, state, and federal tax regulations
Knowledge of the principles of taxable, accounting and finance
Prepare multi-state local, state, and federal tax returns using tax return software
Knowledge of using PowerPlan and TFA (fka Powertax)
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Valid California Driver License
Knowledge of Company policies, procedures, and Accounting business practices
Knowledge of SEC and CPUC rules and regulations
Ability to communicate effectively; both verbally and in writing, with agencies, contractors, consultants, customers, employees, and vendors
Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and management
Ability to comply with SOX regulations
Ability to prepare complex financial and regulatory reports
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Demonstrated decision-making skills
Demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer service
Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Flexible and able to prioritize work
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION THAT WE WILL PAYROLL THROUGH A 3RD PARTY VENDOR.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.