Tax Accountant Senior (Level 3)

Lockheed Martin • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Senior Tax Accountant position at Lockheed Martin's Fort Worth, Texas facility is seeking a motivator, innovator, and change agent with a passion for tax accounting. The role offers the opportunity to develop skills and expertise in R&D tax law, tax forecasting, and tax compliance. The Senior Tax Accountant will collaborate closely with other teams and departments to integrate tax-related activities seamlessly and contribute to the company's financial success. The company emphasizes a culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality, providing resources and flexibility for inspiration and focus. Lockheed Martin is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility, with flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of related accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience communicating complex tax concepts clearly to various stakeholders.
• Experience meeting strict deadlines under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly with Excel and Word (features include: VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Formulas, Multiple Worksheets, Tables, Templates, etc.)
• Experience leading cross functional projects and drive process improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Current CPA license or CPA eligible
• Masters Degree in Tax or Accounting
• Experience with AI, Alteryx, Power Query, Tableau and/or digital transformation tools
• Recent experience in Big Four or large public accounting firm
• State and federal audit experience

Responsibilities

• Identify and document innovative activities eligible for the R&D tax credit, unlocking significant financial benefits for the company.
• Drive financial insights by preparing various R&D tax credit schedules for quarterly close, tax returns, and long-range plans, including variance analysis.
• Lead R&D tax credit federal and state audits for the Aeronautics business unit.
• Support Sarbanes Oxley internal controls processes.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance, ensuring the tax function remains a strategic partner to the business.
• Participate in digital transformation initiatives that leverage technology to streamline tax processes, improve data management, and enhance the overall tax function.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• PTO (at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off for non-represented full-time employees in Washington state)
• Vacation (6.67 hours of Vacation per month for represented full time employees in Washington state)
• Sick leave (up to 52 hours of sick leave annually for represented full time employees in Washington state)
• Incentive plan eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees