Program Specialist Iii, Franchise Tax Board

PROGRAM SPECIALIST III, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD

$9,751.00 - $11,625.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/26/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the general direction of the National Business Audit Northern Region's Section Manager, the Program Specialist III functions as the program's leading authority in multistate and multinational corporation tax. The Program Specialist III acts as a technical consultant to field staff on audits of the largest and most sensitive groups of affiliated corporations, engaged in an integrated business in a specialized industry, with unique and unresolved tax issues.

The Program Specialist III analyzes audit cases to determine the reasons for delay in completion and recommends alternative approaches to complete the audit.

The position also requires travel in and out of state for audits and training as needed.

Positions may be located in any of the following office locations, contingent on office space availability and pending budget approval:
San Francisco or San Jose, California

This position is eligible for limited remote working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in-office requirement of four days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework. This is subject to change.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for a visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

• PROGRAM SPECIALIST III, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD

PROGRAM SPECIALIST III, FRANCHISE TAX BOARD $9,751.00 - $11,625.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: United States

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Our mission is to help taxpayers file timely and accurate tax returns and pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians.

FTB fosters an environment of equity and inclusion for all, and we welcome everyone to be part of our diverse workforce.

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Strong, in-depth technical knowledge in the Multistate Audit Program (MSA)
• Strong dependability to facilitate knowledge transfer and be able to readily provide technical assistance to all staff
• Ability to create and maintain positive and productive working relationships with FTB staff and taxpayer staff at all levels
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Water's-edge law and regulations
• Experience with specialized industries
• Ability to identify and share trends relating to emerging issues and/or future opportunities
• Must have the ability/flexibility to travel overnight for work assignments
• Able to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills

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Hiring Unit Contact:
David Butt

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.