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Senior Specialist, Tax

Melbourne, Florida
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is actively seeking an experienced Sr. Tax Associate to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a key member of the Corporate Tax Department, assisting in all areas of federal and state income tax, including tax compliance, financial reporting (ASC 740), controversy support, and special projects. The ideal candidate is a team player who effectively collaborates with others, has strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential Functions:

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

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Strong proficiency with MS Excel expected
  • 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
  • CPA, JD, or MST a plus
  • Experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or large tax department of a multinational company

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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