Senior Manager, Tax Reporting

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, located in Melbourne, FL, seeks a Senior Manager, Tax Reporting to lead income tax provision processes for a multinational business. The role focuses on ASC 740, federal/state tax, and cross-functional collaboration within Corporate Tax.

Responsibilities include managing tax provision, ETR forecasts, auditor coordination, and compliance with SOX controls, while staying current on evolving tax laws and reporting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with extensive tax experience.
• Graduate degree and 10+ years of related tax experience required.
• In lieu of a degree, 16 years of related experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax provisions.
• Assist in ETR calculations and forecasts.
• Coordinate with external auditors on reviews and audits.
• Ensure SOX controls related to tax reporting are documented and tested.
• Monitor changes in tax laws affecting provision and reporting.
• Prepare tax schedules and reports for management.
• Maintain Hyperion Tax Provision data integrity.
• Perform tax research and document analyses.

Skills

ASC 740

Tax provisions

SOX controls

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Graduate Degree

Tools

Hyperion Tax Provision

MS Excel

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Tax Reporting

Job Code:40690

Job Location: (On Site) Melbourne, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Tax Manager specializing in Tax Accounting & Reporting to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a key member of the Corporate Tax Department, overseeing the company's income tax reporting processes and special projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in U.S. federal and state income tax, experience with multinational operations, and a collaborative mindset to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with evolving tax regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and review quarterly and annual income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740, including:
  • Calculating current and deferred tax provisions
  • Ensuring accurate reporting of uncertain tax positions and valuation allowances
  • Preparing and analyzing tax-related journal entries and reconciliations
  • Preparing and reviewing tax footnotes and disclosures for financial statements
• Assist in the preparation of the effective tax rate (ETR) calculations and forecasts, including analysis of drivers and variances.
• Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries related to tax reporting.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls related to tax reporting processes, including documentation and testing of key controls.
• Monitor and analyze changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards to assess their impact on the company's tax provision and financial reporting.
• Assist with the preparation of tax-related schedules and reports for management
• Support the maintenance of tax provision software (i.e. Hyperion Tax Provision), ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• Perform tax research and document technical analyses related to tax accounting and reporting matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and minimum 12 years of prior relevant tax experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax laws and ASC 740.
• Strong proficiency with MS Excel expected
• Detail oriented, analytical, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships cross-functionally within the organization
• CPA, JD, or MST a plus
• Experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or large tax department of a multinational company

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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