KBR

TaxManager

Houston, Texas, United States; United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Tax Manager at KBR. Skills: federal, state, and local tax compliance and reporting, tax provision, ASC 740, corporate income tax reporting. 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”

What You'll Achieve.

ensuring accurate and timely tax reporting; identifying opportunities to optimize tax positions and reduce risk; minimize tax liability; accurate reporting and risk mitigation

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

analytical and problem solving skills; ability to interpret complex tax regulations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

9+ years of progressive tax experience, including federal and state compliance and tax provision, Experience with OneSource Provision (OTP), Working knowledge of ASC 740 and corporate income tax reporting, analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations, Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with limited oversight, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice to Have

CPA strongly preferred, Familiarity with ERP tools such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, Hyperion (HFM), and OneSource Income Tax (OIT) preferred

What You'll Do.

Prepare and review federal

and local tax returns and related reporting requirements

Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes

and coordination with external auditors

Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws

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

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

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and Accounting teams; Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external advisors to support tax reporting and business initiatives

Communication Scope

communication skills

Process & Methodology

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with limited oversight

Full Job Description

**Title:** Tax Manager KBR — 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 38,000 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 world’s toughest challenges and create lasting value for communities and the planet. We don’t 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 liabil

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