Senior Manager, U.S. Tax Compliance

KBR•Houston, DC

20d

About The Position

The Senior Manager, U.S. Tax Compliance leads Trinzic's U.S. direct and indirect tax compliance function, ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements. Reporting to the Director, Global Tax Reporting & U.S. Tax Compliance, the role oversees U.S. income tax returns, estimated tax payments, extensions, elections, and related filings, as well as indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, business license taxes, and other transaction-based tax obligations. The Senior Manager partners with Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Legal, Internal Audit, Procurement, Contracts, business leaders, external advisors, and the broader tax organization to support tax planning, manage tax risk, maintain compliance processes, and drive continuous improvement. The role also supports tax accounting and provision activities, manages tax examinations and controversy matters, strengthens internal controls, and leads and develops tax professionals. Trinzic is planned to become an independent public company through the separation of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected to be completed on January 4, 2027. This position offers the opportunity to help build and strengthen the tax compliance, governance, and reporting processes of the new organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive corporate tax, public accounting, or related experience.
Demonstrated experience managing and developing tax professionals in a corporate or public accounting environment.
Significant experience leading U.S. federal and state income tax compliance processes.
Experience overseeing or supporting indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax and other transaction-based taxes.
Experience managing tax audits, examinations, notices, or tax controversy matters.
Experience in a publicly traded company, large corporate environment, public accounting firm, or a combination of these.
Strong knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws and compliance requirements.
Strong understanding of corporate income tax return preparation, estimated tax payments, extensions, and related filing obligations.
Experience managing multi-state tax compliance requirements and regulatory reporting obligations.
Knowledge of indirect tax compliance requirements, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, and related transaction taxes.
Ability to research and analyze tax legislation, regulations, and technical tax matters and develop practical recommendations.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex tax matters to diverse stakeholders.
Experience with tax compliance software, tax research tools, ERP systems, and process automation initiatives.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and tax-related reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent professional certification.
Public accounting experience, preferably with a Big Four or national accounting firm.
Experience supporting a publicly traded company and related tax compliance obligations.
Experience with OneSource Income Tax, Corptax, Vertex, Avalara, SAP, Oracle, or similar tax and ERP platforms.
Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls related to tax compliance processes.
Experience supporting tax planning initiatives, legal entity restructuring activities, or organizational transactions.
Demonstrated success driving process improvements, automation initiatives, or tax technology enhancements.

Responsibilities

Lead U.S. federal, state, and local income tax compliance, including corporate income tax returns, estimated tax payments, extensions, elections, and related filings.
Oversee U.S. indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, business license taxes, and other transaction-based tax obligations.
Manage the annual compliance calendar and coordinate internal and external resources to complete tax filings.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting tax compliance obligations.
Partner with the Tax Accounting team on quarterly and annual income tax provision information, including current tax calculations, return-to-provision analyses, uncertain tax positions, and related compliance data.
Coordinate and manage federal, state, and local tax examinations, audits, notices, and information requests, working with external advisors and tax authorities to resolve issues.
Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, Legal, Procurement, Contracts, and business leaders on tax compliance implications of transactions, operations, and strategic initiatives.
Drive improvements in tax compliance processes, data collection, automation, and reporting, using tax technology and ERP-enabled solutions.
Manage external tax advisors, compliance service providers, and technology vendors.
Maintain and enhance tax compliance internal controls in support of SOX requirements, tax governance standards, and risk management objectives.
Lead, mentor, and develop tax professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Life insurance
AD&D coverage
Flexible spending account
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development
Additional compensation may include sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.