Our Mission

To promote professionalism by providing quality educational events for tax professionals, creating and encouraging networking opportunities for members & advocating professional standards & positions within the tax industry

The California Society of Tax Consultants, Inc, (CSTC) has been a nonprofit organization for the benefit of tax professionals throughout California since 1966, (formerly known as ISTC), and delivers quality education and other benefits. As a bookkeeper, accountant, Enrolled Agent, or CPA you can take advantage of everything CSTC has to offer. Programs cover a wide spectrum of tax topics that are approved for CTEC, EA & CPA credit. CSTC members receive discounts on events. Non-members are welcome to attend any of the meetings, seminars, subscribe to our newsletter, etc.

WHEN? Each of our Chapters in California has monthly meetings in their area. Meetings provide valuable education credits, dinner & networking opportunities.

WHO? People who wish to learn more about tax laws, preparation, and tax-related subjects.
 

PROFESSIONALISM: Achieve professional status by belonging to a respected organization founded in 1966. CSTC members are known for their code of ethics and quality education.

EDUCATION: Keep abreast of tax laws with our professional education monthly meetings, seminars, workshops or a basic 60-hour tax course. We also offer tune-up workshops just prior to tax season. Education is discounted for members and is offered in locations throughout California. Members also receive a monthly newsletter from their chapter.

NETWORKING: Receive assistance from other tax professionals with: researching tax laws, dealing with IRS, FTB, SBOE and EDD issues, practice management techniques to expand your business, professional assistance in selecting library, software & hardware products.