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Senior Tax Accountant

MAG Aerospace
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/20/2026
Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to lead our corporate tax compliance and tax functions. This role oversees consultants in the preparation, review, and management of corporate income tax filings, provision calculations, and related reporting. The role will also manage all non‑payroll tax matters, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation and timely filing of federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns.
  • Oversee annual ASC 740 income tax provisions, including deferred tax analysis and supporting documentation.
  • Manage non‑payroll tax compliance, including franchise taxes, sales taxes, business personal property taxes, gross receipts taxes, excise taxes, and other regulatory filings.
  • Coordinate with external auditors on tax‑related matters and support financial audits as needed.
  • Monitor tax law changes and assess impacts to the company.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure tax processes comply with corporate policies and regulatory standards.
  • Provide technical tax guidance to internal teams and support tax planning initiatives.
  • Review tax account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of general ledger activity related to tax.
  • Respond to federal, state, and local tax notices and manage tax examinations.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Accounting, Finance, and Legal, to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA license strongly preferred.
  • 6 years of corporate tax experience, public accounting experience a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of corporate income tax, ASC 740, and multi‑state tax requirements.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex tax compliance workflows and deadlines.
  • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Proficiency with tax compliance and provision software and advanced Excel skills.

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits And Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000.00to $120,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.

Salary : $90,000 - $120,000

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