Tax Accountant – US Federal/State Tax

About the role

KBR is looking for a Tax Accountant to join its U.S. Federal and State Income Tax team based in Chennai, India. The role supports U.S. income tax accounting, compliance, provision calculations under ASC 740, and tax reporting for a multinational environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740.
• Analyze and reconcile deferred tax balances and support U.S. income tax accounting activities.
• Research tax accounting and compliance matters and assist in resolving technical tax issues.
• Support quarterly tax forecasts, tax projections, and estimated tax payment calculations.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations to ensure accurate tax reporting and financial statement presentation.
• Prepare U.S. federal corporate and partnership income tax returns and related supporting schedules.
• Support U.S. state income and franchise tax compliance, including consolidated, combined, nexus, and separate company filings.
• Assist with U.S. international tax reporting and transfer pricing support activities.
• Partner with U.S.-based tax, finance, and accounting teams to support tax reporting and financial close processes.
• Identify and support process‑improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across the tax function.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in corporate income tax, tax accounting, or tax compliance.
• Basic understanding of U.S. income tax accounting and compliance principles.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office applications
• OneSource Income Tax (OIT) or similar tax software
• OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) or similar tax provision software
• Deltek Costpoint
• Hyperion
• Knowledge of ASC 740