Senior International Tax Advisor

Senior International Tax Advisor Location: Waltham, Massachusetts Company Overview: Raytheon had headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts and is a technology leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With more than 73,000 employees worldwide and in 2006 have sales of $20.3 billion. Our vision is to be the most admired defense and aerospace systems supplier through world-class people and technology. Primary Responsibilities: 1. U.S. Tax Compliance -Review and supervise aspects of U.S. and foreign tax compliance as directed by the Senior International Tax Manger 2. Tax Provision -Prepare, and in some cases review, calculations of foreign tax provisions in accordance with FAS 109 -Assist with the recording and account reconciliations of foreign withholding taxes -Assist with FAS 52 and FAS 133 analysis 3. Quantitative Analysis -Prepare projections and forecasts of foreign tax credit utilization -Prepare estimates of tax cost/savings of proposed transactions and planning ideas -Prepare E&P and tax basis studies for controlled foreign corporations -Prepare Section 987 calculations for foreign branches and foreign joint ventures 4. Planning and Compliance Profile -Create and assist in updating a tracking system for all intercompany agreements -Analyze intercompany cross-border transactions -Review and analyze forecasts of foreign book income, foreign taxable income and foreign tax payments -Develop knowledge of foreign business operations, risks and functions -Maintain and improve the data and reporting capabilities of foreign subsidiaries and work with foreign financial planning and analysis personnel -Create and maintain a database of foreign locations and related activity for the US companies -Assume a significant support role in coordinating with business and finance personnel at foreign locations -Assist in conducting functional analysis and drafting factual narratives to be used in annual U.S. and foreign transfer pricing reports 5. Business Support -Provide fast and accurate support to bid & proposal teams on international contract bids -Review and document transaction flows in foreign programs to facilitate foreign tax analysis -Request, review and document foreign tax advice provided by international advisors on both direct and indirect tax matters Qualifications: -4-6 years' experience in public accounting / private industry -Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Economics or related field - Knowledge of foreign tax credits, subpart F, income characterization and sourcing, expense allocation and apportionment -Foundation in general corporate taxation -Tax provision experience -Strong technology skills (including knowledge of tax software) and ability to learn ERP and other company IT systems -Excellent communication skills to work with domestic tax personnel, finance personnel, and foreign tax personnel -Strong project management and organizational skills -Process-oriented and focused on creating efficiency gains via technology Desirable Skill and Experience: - Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field - Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) -Working knowledge of SAP & Corptax Raytheon is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. In addition to protecting you and your family’s health and well-being, we offer important financial benefits and many additional perks including a collaborative team environment, educational assistance, auto and home insurance, legal services, etc. For additional information about our company and recent initiatives, please visit our Website at www.rayjobs.com Raytheon is committed to workforce diversity and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Raytheon considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE ©2008 Raytheon Company. All rights reserved. Raytheon is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes a wide diversity of applicants. U.S. citizenship and security clearance may be required.