Tax Accountant/Principal Tax Accountant

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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Northrop Grumman Corporation is seeking a Property Tax Accountant/Principal Tax Accountant to join the Corporate Tax Department. This position will report to the Property Tax Manager and will be located in Irving, TX. Although some telecommuting is possible in this role, candidates will need to be local to the Irving area as there is an office component required each week.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain comprehensive compliance calendars for all property taxes, business licenses, and payment schedules
• Collaborate with property management to ensure asset reports accurately reflect proper locations and the timely removal of disposed assets
• Perform PTMS data imports and review asset classifications
• Prepare, review, and file timely annual real estate and business personal property tax returns
• Maintain the personal property tax database to ensure efficient retrieval of audit data
• Lead personal property tax audits
• Review real estate and personal property assessment notices to identify discrepancies, develop fair market value opinions, and file administrative appeals or refund claims
• Manage property tax appeals and coordinate related third-party consulting agreements
• Verify tax bills against renditions, prepare check requests for payments, and assist with general ledger account reconciliations
• Research property tax issues, including, but not limited to, industry and legislative research
• Manage the weekly intake, data entry, and processing of indirect tax documents while ensuring all outbound filings and payments are mailed accurately ahead of deadlines
• Oversee the research, preparation, and timely filing of municipal and state business licenses and renewals
• Monitor changing local regulations to ensure all operating locations maintain active, compliant licensing
• Support Incentive & Credits Council as needed
• Partner with Internal Accounting groups as needed
• Assist Indirect Tax Team as needed

This role may be filled at the Level 2 or Level 3 (Principal) Level depending on the years of experience they bring to the role.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar field plus 2 years property tax experience

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar field plus 6 years property tax experience

Remaining Qualifications for Both Levels:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with property tax reporting software systems such as PTMS

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP knowledge.
• Aerospace/Defense industry experience.
• Big 4 & industry tax experience.
• Experience utilizing generative AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and project outcomes.
• A high level of confidence, attention to detail, integrity, self-motivation, and hands on problem solving skills.
• Flexible and demonstrate strong judgment/decision making skills.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as, project management, planning, and personal interaction skills.
• Strong commitment and ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,400.00 - $108,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $134,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.