Tax Manager

Job Description

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.

Summary of Job:

The Tax Manager manages the tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax administrative functions for all North America subsidiaries, reviews interim and annual provision calculations, oversees the preparation of the US consolidated tax return and state tax returns, audit defense, assists with special projects, and supporting Senior Tax Director with other insurance/banking activities to meet deadlines and company objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Manage preparation and review of tax provision, including tax related schedules required by foreign parent for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Manage preparation and review of the consolidated federal income tax return. Assist with researching, documenting, and concluding on treatment of advanced tax technical items.
• Review of state income tax filing positions and returns. Assist with nexus determinations, apportionment methodologies, unitary and combined filing, state conformity and treatment of intercompany transactions.
• Review of Section 174, GILTI, FDII, and BEAT Analysis.
• Review federal and state quarterly estimated payments, ensuring payments are cash efficient but adequate to avoid underpayment interest/penalties. Assist with forecasting amounts and timing of cash tax payments.
• Provide data to consultants for preparation of annual R&D tax credit studies, assist consultants with information requests, scheduling interviews, questions, and follow ups to Subject Matter Experts, and maintain appropriate documentation for audit support.
• Assist with research and resolution of non-income tax (sales & use, withholding, property, etc.) issues.
• Research federal and state tax laws and regulations and ensure compliance with same; monitor federal and state tax law and regulation developments for future compliance.
• Develop, implement, and manage internal transfer pricing methods, including preparation of all required documentation necessary to comply with global transfer pricing standards and to support intra-group transactions.
• Assist with federal and state tax audits, inquiries, and correspondence, and document audit conclusions and ensure all agreed-upon adjustments are tracked and accounted for properly.
• Review returns for VAT, GST/HST, Sales & Use and other miscellaneous filings.
• Coordinate and review SOW’s for all Tax Work including Fed Returns, State Returns, Tax Provision, Transfer Pricing Study, VAT, GST/HST, Sales & Use, etc.
• Assistance with insurance/banking activities.
• Manage and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned including administrative work such as tax return mailing etc.

Job Requirements:

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university. Certified Public Accountant (obtained or in-process, preferred). Master’s degree in Taxation preferred.

Experience

At least 10 years of relevant tax compliance and tax accounting experience.

Technical Skills

Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Non-Technical Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent organization and planning skills. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, be a problem solver. Ability to interface with personnel at all levels across the Company and with consultants. Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks/projects. Commitment to meeting deadlines.

Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, meet deadlines, make decisions, and change course of action quickly. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong work ethic is required. Detail oriented and excellent follow through. Has the ability to flex and deal with ambiguity in a dynamic, fast-paced, high growth environment. Has a passion for personal learning and development to be able to grow with the company. Cultural sensitivity and ability to develop consensus within a multinational organization.

The anticipated salary for this position will be $146,696 to $180,500. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company match
• Discretionary Profit Share
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Services
• Long Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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