Global Mobility International Tax Accountant

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Rockville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Reports to: Global Mobility Expatriate Tax, Vendor, and Technology Manager The Global Mobility International Tax Accountant is a strategic partner within the Global Mobility Tax Operations function. This role will provide expert guidance and education to expatriates and business area managers on the corporation’s expatriate tax program, explain tax equalization policies and procedures, resolve cases, and work with the tax assistance firm to complete Tax Equalization Settlements. In addition to operational execution, you will drive process optimization, technology enablement, RPA automation, and data driven decision making to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the expatriate experience. In this role you will collaborate with the external tax assistance firm to execute settlements and oversee vendor activities related to host country payroll, withholding, and expatriate tax receivables—including reconciliation, collection, and remittance. You will research compensation discrepancies, determine appropriate resolutions, and communicate those decisions to the tax assistance firm while delivering outstanding customer service and taking full ownership of assignments through to closure. Your responsibilities also include recommending process improvement, automation (RPA), and technology enablement initiatives; maintaining and updating the authorization list for tax services; and ensuring proactive, timely communication of U.S. and foreign tax obligations in line with Lockheed Martin corporate policies. Additionally, you will recommend enhancements to corporate policies (CRX 539D) and international tax procedures to minimize financial and compliance risk, strengthen internal controls and governance, and collaborate with Global Mobility leadership, HRIS, payroll, finance, business areas, and external vendors to optimize system integrations and data flows. Basic Qualifications Outstanding customer service orientation (responsive and ownership of assignments to closure) 5 years of experience in global mobility tax, expatriate tax, or international individual income tax Demonstrated ability to handle complex tax equalization and expatriate tax matters Individual income tax preparation experience Meticulous with numbers, Attention to Detail Experience in improving or transforming tax or payroll processes Strong analytical and problem solving skills Advanced Excel and computer skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis functions) Ability to work in a fast paced, matrixed environment Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills Team player Desired skills International business experience Experience in performing financial analysis and building reporting dashboards Familiarity with RPA tools, tax technology platforms, or mobility management systems Experience living or working overseas Payroll experience (domestic and/or international) Accounting background CPA or EA credential is a plus Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. * At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to work remotely Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings. Work Schedule Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $90,200 - $159,045. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $103,700 - $179,860. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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