Principal Tax Specialist

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Principal Tax Specialist

KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR is a global leader in delivering technology-driven, mission-critical, and sustainable solutions that truly matter. For over a century, we have powered bold missions across defense, space, industry, and government through our two core business lines Mission Technology Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions. With nearly 38,000 talented people operating in more than 80 countries, we thrive on a culture built on safety, integrity, and teamwork. At KBR, we empower our people to solve the world's toughest challenges and create lasting value for communities and the planet. We don't just deliver results, we deliver game-changing solutions, innovative technology, deep domain expertise, and cutting-edge technologies.

KBR is seeking a Principal Tax Specialist in Houston, TX to support federal, state, and local tax compliance and reporting activities while contributing to process improvements across the tax function. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing tax reports, returns, and related filings; supporting quarterly and annual tax provision processes; ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations; and identifying opportunities to optimize tax positions and reduce risk. Working under general direction, the Principal Tax Specialist applies specialized tax knowledge to analyze complex issues, support compliance activities, and collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting while serving as a key technical resource within the tax function.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns and related reporting requirements
• Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes, including analysis, documentation, and coordination with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and statutes while identifying opportunities to minimize tax liability
• Analyze and evaluate tax treatments to support accurate reporting and risk mitigation
• Assist with responses to tax audits, governmental inquiries, and information requests
• Collaborate with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external advisors to support tax reporting and business initiatives
• Identify and support process improvements and automation opportunities within tax reporting and compliance activities
• Maintain documentation supporting tax positions and compliance processes
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior team members when needed
• Support special projects and tax initiatives as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA strongly preferred
• 7+ years of progressive tax experience, including federal and state compliance and tax provision
• Experience with OneSource Provision (OTP)
• Familiarity with ERP tools such as SAP, Oracle, Costpoint, Hyperion (HFM), and OneSource Income Tax (OIT) preferred
• Working knowledge of ASC 740 and corporate income tax reporting
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with limited oversight
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Compensation: KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.

Benefits: KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.