Tax Manager

Tax Manager – U.S. (Hybrid)

About the Opportunity

Join a global, growth-oriented biopharmaceutical organization focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with serious and rare diseases. With expanding global operations and a strong pipeline, the company offers a dynamic environment that blends scientific innovation with commercial execution.

The organization is seeking a hands-on U.S. Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance, tax accounting, and internal controls for its U.S. operations. This is a high-impact role with visibility to global tax leadership and cross-functional teams, offering involvement in both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

This role operates in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

U.S. Tax Compliance

• Manage and coordinate all federal, state, and local corporate income tax filings
• Maintain tax compliance calendar and ensure all deadlines are met
• Review tax returns prepared by external advisors for accuracy and alignment with global policies
• Oversee indirect taxes including sales & use and property tax filings
• Manage relationships with external advisors to ensure high-quality deliverables

SOX & Internal Controls

• Maintain and oversee SOX-related tax controls, including documentation, testing, and remediation
• Ensure controls are embedded within business processes and clearly understood by stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal audit, finance, and external auditors during testing cycles

Tax Accounting & Reporting (U.S. GAAP)

• Prepare quarterly tax provisions and support annual provision review under ASC 740
• Analyze effective tax rate (ETR) and support forecasting activities
• Ensure accuracy of tax balances and supporting documentation for financial reporting
• Partner with global finance teams during monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles

Transfer Pricing & Intercompany

• Maintain U.S. transfer pricing documentation in accordance with IRS requirements
• Support intercompany charge calculations, adjustments, and reconciliations
• Ensure accurate treatment of intercompany transactions in reporting and filings

Strategic Projects & Planning

• Partner with tax leadership on planning initiatives, including:
  • Incentive evaluations
  • Tax authority matters (IRS and state)
  • Business expansion and supply chain considerations
  • Commercial and operational decision support
• Participate in ad hoc projects and broader tax initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of tax experience, ideally a mix of public accounting (Big 4 or similar) and in-house
• Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate tax and ASC 740 tax accounting
• Experience with SOX/internal control frameworks
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred:

• CPA, EA, or Master’s in Taxation
• Experience in a multinational or life sciences/biotech environment
• Familiarity with transfer pricing concepts

Skills & Attributes

• Proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership mentality
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing, evolving organization
• High attention to detail with strong technical aptitude

Why This Role

• Join a high-growth global biotech organization with a meaningful mission
• Broad exposure across compliance, provision, controls, and strategic tax initiatives
• High visibility role with interaction across global teams
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Competitive base salary ($140K-$195K range) plus bonus and long-term incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement, healthcare, PTO, and professional development support

Equal Opportunity

The hiring organization is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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