Sales Tax Manager

Kratos is looking for a Sales Tax Manager for its corporate office in San Diego, CA.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:KTOS) develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises.

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos offers medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
The Sales Tax Manager is responsible for all aspects of indirect tax compliance in the United States. This position assists with developing and implementing systems to compile information for various sales tax filings. Ensures timely and accurate filing of indirect tax returns. Assesses tax implications surrounding pending mergers and acquisitions. Recommends ways to minimize corporate sales tax through use of tax laws and regulations. This position requires the ability to obtain security clearance, if needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Own all aspects of indirect tax compliance in the United States.
Oversee sales tax compliance, property tax compliance and related internal controls.
Manage the mailbox for incoming sales tax related questions from the business, ensuring timely responses
Lead state and local sales tax audits, balancing risk management with practical resolutions.
Monitoring and interpreting changing state/local sales tax laws, nexus rules, and communicating impact to business
Provides improvements to sales tax process in creative and effective ways.
Directs the application of existing principles and guides development of new policies and ideas.
Assists with preparation of federal and state income tax returns and tax provision computations under ASC 740.
Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing, and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment, and changes, and more.
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.
Ability to obtain a security clearance, if required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work and Home office environment
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes, as required

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Salary range:$120K-$1400K