Love tax accounting? We have an opportunity that needs someone who is a motivator, innovator, and change agent.

The Senior Tax Accountant position is located at our Fort Worth, Texas facility. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in R&D tax law, tax forecasting, and tax compliance. You will work closely with other teams and departments to ensure seamless integration of tax-related activities and contribute to the company's financial success.

What You Will Be Doing
Some key responsibilities for the role include:

- 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.

Who You Are
You thrive in cross-functional environments, actively engaging with colleagues from various departments to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals.

You believe in making decisions grounded in data, employing quantitative and qualitative analysis to guide your strategies and initiatives.

What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are requirements that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:

- 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.
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:

- 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
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Finance
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First