OverviewA growing life sciences company is seeking a Tax Director to lead its tax function and build the processes, policies, and infrastructure needed to support international expansion.
This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on responsibility for tax accounting, domestic and international compliance, and operational improvements. The Director will advise senior leadership, manage external advisors, and partner across the business on global growth initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead tax strategy, operations, risk management, and resource planning.
- Build scalable tax processes to support domestic operations and international growth.
- Advise leadership on tax implications of strategic initiatives and business decisions.
- Guide international entity structuring, market entry, and permanent establishment analysis.
- Develop transfer pricing policies, intercompany agreements, and supporting documentation.
- Oversee global income tax compliance, estimated payments, and filing obligations.
- Manage quarterly and annual tax provisions under ASC 740, including uncertain tax positions.
- Oversee indirect taxes, including VAT/GST, sales and use, and property taxes.
- Partner on cross-border cash planning, repatriation, and global mobility matters.
- Manage external tax advisors, tax audits, and tax-related internal controls.
- Improve tax technology and support ERP implementations and process automation.
- Provide tax guidance on contracts, R&D incentives, and corporate development activities.