Director of Tax

The Director of Tax oversees the Company’s tax accounting activities in accordance with GAAP, including month-end close, financial reporting, international tax planning, and filing of tax returns. This is a hybrid role that typically requires on-site presence three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tax and regulatory compliance across local, state, federal, and international jurisdictions, including income, sales and use, property, and VAT taxes
• Review quarterly income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 and maintain uncertain tax positions under FIN 48
• Review federal and state R&D tax credit calculations
• Perform monthly tax close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Support internal and external audits, including Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance related to tax
• Lead federal, state, and international tax planning initiatives
• Develop transfer pricing policies and documentation, including intercompany agreements, to ensure compliance with global and local tax regulations
• Ensure timely filing of all tax and regulatory returns (e.g., quarterly estimates, annual extensions, and income tax returns)
• Manage VAT compliance, including refunds, reconciliations, and registrations in new jurisdictions as needed
• File property tax returns
• File annual reports with Secretary of State offices
• Monitor and analyze changes in domestic and international tax laws and regulations, assessing the impact on the Company and recommending proactive responses
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to support business planning and decision-making from a tax perspective

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies

• Demonstrated experience with U.S. GAAP tax provision and SOX
• Detailed knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements related to income taxes and related disclosures
• Detailed knowledge of income tax return filing requirements in a multistate reporting environment
• Tax research skills
• International tax and transfer pricing experience
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision and in a team environment
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, Master’s in Taxation is a plus
• CPA
• 10+ years of progressive experience in tax
• Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical environment is preferred

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $232,800 - $273,800; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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