Senior Specialist, Tax

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is actively seeking a Senior Specialist, Tax to join our Corporate Tax Department in Melbourne, FL. The role focuses on U.S. federal/state income tax compliance, ASC 740 work, and tax provision support in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience; CPA/JD/MST is a plus. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review U.S. federal and state & local income tax and franchise tax returns.
• Prepare components of federal taxable income including book/tax differences.
• Analyze data for state tax estimates, including apportionment, blended tax rates, state modifications and attribute utilization schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of our quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations pursuant to ASC 740.
• Prepare tax account reconciliations, and tax basis balance sheets to support our federal and state income tax balances.
• Assist in gathering, documenting and supporting the testing of all relevant SOX controls.
• Ability to perform tax research and document technical analyses as requested.
• Assist with responses to audit inquiries from taxing authorities, and internal and external auditors.
• Support special projects (general tax planning and modeling, M&A support, R&D credits, etc.), as necessary
• Participate in tax process optimization and implement procedural changes to improve the tax function

Skills

Tax compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Graduate Degree (CPA/JD/MST) preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title

Senior Specialist, Tax

Job Code

44170

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

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 Description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Sr. Tax Associate to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a key member of the Corporate Tax Department, assisting in all areas of federal and state income tax, including tax compliance, financial reporting (ASC 740), controversy support, and special projects. The ideal candidate is a team player who effectively collaborates with others, has strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and review U.S. federal and state & local income tax and franchise tax returns, including quarterly estimated payments and extensions


• Prepare components of federal taxable income including calculation of book/tax differences


• Compile and analyze data for key state tax estimates, including apportionment, blended tax rates, state modifications and attribute utilization schedules


• Assist in the preparation of our quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations pursuant to ASC 740


• Prepare tax account reconciliations, and tax basis balance sheets to support our federal and state income tax balances


• Assist in gathering, documenting and supporting the testing of all relevant SOX controls


• Ability to perform tax research and document technical analyses as requested


• Assist with responses to audit inquiries from taxing authorities, and internal and external auditors


• Support special projects (general tax planning and modeling, M&A support, Research and Development credits, etc.), as necessary


• Participate in tax process optimization and implement procedural changes to improve the tax function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• 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

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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.

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