Enterprises Services VAT Planning, Senior Manager

RTX•US-MD-REMOTE, MD

2d•$132,400 - $251,600•Remote

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to oversee VAT planning and provide expert guidance to the business, while partnering with Enterprise Services to ensure accurate VAT reconciliations and VAT planning support. At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Law, or related field; advanced degree (LLM, MST, JD, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum 8 years of VAT/indirect tax experience, ideally within a multinational corporation, Big 4, or leading advisory firm.
US Citizenship would be required in order access ERP systems with US Government defense data

Nice To Haves

Strong technical knowledge of VAT rules, cross-border transactions, and supply chain tax impacts.
Demonstrated experience leading VAT planning projects and advising senior stakeholders.
Experience working with enterprise services, shared service centers, or large-scale finance operations is a plus.
Excellent analytical, communication, and business-partnering skills.
Ability to simplify complex tax concepts for non-tax audiences.
Ability to identify VAT process gaps and best practices for improvement.
Ability to resolve complex technical issues, and recognize the need for and seeks out internal or external subject matter expertise.
Self-motivated, able to work under pressure, and independently carry out initiatives.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong business acumen.
Active participant in career development and succession planning processes.
Teamwork -- strong ability to work with others and share responsibilities.
Good interpersonal skills.
Creativity / strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Support RTX VAT planning initiatives to optimize global VAT efficiency while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Evaluate business transactions, supply chains, and contractual arrangements to identify VAT risks and opportunities.
Provide clear, timely, and practical VAT guidance to internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
Support business expansions, restructurings, new product launches, and cross-border transactions with VAT technical analysis.
Develop and maintain VAT planning strategies aligned with business objectives.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting VAT and advise on necessary operational or planning actions.
Review and enhance VAT controls, processes, and documentation to reduce risks and strengthen governance.
Partner with external advisors when necessary to obtain specialized jurisdictional guidance.
Support audit and controversy matter by preparing technical positions and managing discussions with tax authorities.
Support Enterprise Services to improve VAT data accuracy and completeness across source systems and reporting tools.
Lead the VAT review of key reconciliations, including VAT GL accounts, VAT returns, and VAT balance sheet positions.
Identify root causes of reconciliation variances and drive corrective actions with Finance, IT, and Shared Services teams.
Support the design and implementation of system and process changes impacting VAT recognition, reporting, and reconciliation.