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Jose Cortez

Tax Senior

Jose is the Tax Senior at Encore Partners LLP. Jose brings a diverse background in accounting, taxation, real estate, and financial management, with extensive experience serving business owners, real estate investors, developers, and manufacturing companies.

Jose began his career as a Southern California real estate broker before transitioning into cost accounting. He partnered to establish a public accounting firm, where he provided accounting, tax, and consulting services to a broad range of clients.

Prior to joining Encore Partners, Jose was the proprietor of JC & Associates, advising small to mid-sized businesses on financial reporting, tax planning and compliance, and business matters. He also served as Controller for Wiens Winery in Temecula, where he oversaw multi-entity financial reporting, cost accounting, and cost of goods sold. During his tenure, he successfully implemented Oracle NetSuite, helping strengthen the company’s financial reporting and accounting operations.

Jose’s combination of hands-on accounting experience, tax expertise, and knowledge of real estate and business operations gives him a well-rounded perspective when advising business owners and investors. He is committed to helping clients navigate financial and tax matters with practical, thoughtful guidance tailored to their individual needs.

What is your favorite quote?
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

What do you enjoy doing when you’re not working?
I enjoy watching sports, deep sea fishing, hiking, mountain biking and BBQing with friends and family.

If you were to look back from the age of 80 and tell yourself anything, what would it be?
Spend more time with family and friends doing what you love. Don’t be so hard on yourself.

What are two things on your bucket list?
Travel around to Greece, Spain and Europe and deep-sea fishing in Alaska.