Tax Sr. Specialist

L3Harris Technologies - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Melbourne, FL

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Tax Sr. Specialist at L3Harris plays a crucial role within the Corporate Tax Department, focusing on federal and state income tax compliance, financial reporting, and supporting various tax-related projects. This position requires collaboration with multiple departments and emphasizes attention to detail, analytical skills, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• 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 quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations pursuant to ASC 740.
• Prepare tax account reconciliations, and tax basis balance sheets to support federal and state income tax balances.
• Assist in gathering, documenting and supporting the testing of all relevant SOX controls.
• 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 such as general tax planning, M&A support, and Research and Development credits.
• Participate in tax process optimization and implement procedural changes to improve the tax function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in accounting.
• Strong proficiency with MS Excel.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA, JD, or MST a plus.
• Experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or large tax department of a multinational company.

Benefits

• Medical with a High Deductible and traditional PPO plan options, as well as vision and a full array of supplemental health benefits.
• A doctors' service to help with referrals and second opinions for you, your family, and parents.
• No cap to your PTO time (for exempt employees).
• Dress for your day - wear what works for you at work.
• Legal plan for you, your family, and parents.
• Discount platform.