Principal Tax Specialist
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title:
Principal Tax SpecialistKBR Delivering Solutions Changing the World.
KBR is a global leader in delivering technology-driven mission-critical and sustainable solutions that truly matter. For over a century we have powered bold missions across defense space industry and government through our two core business lines Mission Technology Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions. With nearly 38000 talented people operating in more than 80 countries we thrive on a culture built on safety integrity and teamwork. At KBR we empower our people to solve the worlds toughest challenges and create lasting value for communities and the planet. We dont just deliver results we deliver game-changing solutions innovative technology deep domain expertise and cutting-edge technologies.
KBR is seeking a Principal Tax Specialist in Houston TX to support federal state and local tax compliance and reporting activities while contributing to process improvements across the tax function. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing tax reports returns and related filings; supporting quarterly and annual tax provision processes; ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations; and identifying opportunities to optimize tax positions and reduce risk. Working under general direction the Principal Tax Specialist applies specialized tax knowledge to analyze complex issues support compliance activities and collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting while serving as a key technical resource within the tax function.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review federal state and local tax returns and related reporting requirements
- Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes including analysis documentation and coordination with external auditors
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws regulations and statutes while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liability
- Analyze and evaluate tax treatments to support accurate reporting and risk mitigation
- Assist with responses to tax audits governmental inquiries and information requests
- Collaborate with Accounting FP&A Legal and external advisors to support tax reporting and business initiatives
- Identify and support process improvements and automation opportunities within tax reporting and compliance activities
- Maintain documentation supporting tax positions and compliance processes
- Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior team members when needed
- Support special projects and tax initiatives as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field. CPA strongly preferred
- 7 years of progressive tax experience including federal and state compliance and tax provision
- Experience with OneSource Provision (OTP)
- Familiarity with ERP tools such as SAP Oracle Costpoint Hyperion (HFM) and OneSource Income Tax (OIT) preferred
- Working knowledge of ASC 740 and corporate income tax reporting
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with limited oversight
- Strong analytical organizational and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus relocation benefits short term incentives long term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
