Job Details

This ad is expired.

Executive Director, Tax
Go to our website »

Position Number: 2092092
Location: Foster City, CA
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Executive Director, Tax
United States - California - Foster City

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gileads therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

Making an impact on a global scale
Inclusion is one of the companys five core values. Thats because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.

When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly #CreatingPossible

Executive Director, Tax

Job Description Summary

This role will be an integral part of the tax team to help build/lead a world-class function, while establishing best of class operations processes and working collaboratively as a leader with cross functional teams. To be successful in this role, you will need a proven track record of technical and strategic competence, outstanding project management, exceptional communication skills, and most of all, a great teammate. You thrive in an ever-changing high demand environment and are always ready to execute both short and long-term tax initiatives required to support the Company's dynamic changes.

Managing the completion of various US International tax calculations and analyses including E&P, Subpart-F, GILTI, FDII, and BEAT.
Managing international components of the co-sourced US tax compliance process.
Managing international components of the worldwide budget, forecast, and strategic plan ETR processes.
Modeling and analyzing scenarios to assess and advise on potential tax implications from operational changes, restructuring initiatives, and tax law changes.
Partnering with regional tax leads and finance personnel to review foreign tax provisions.
Identifying and developing opportunities for ETR, cash, and supply-chain efficiencies
Supporting transfer pricing planning, maintenance, and documentation exercises.
Supporting US and foreign tax audits, customs audits, and local country statutory financial accounting matters.
Monitoring and assessing proposed tax legislation for potential opportunities, exposures, and mitigating strategies.
Partnering and developing relationships with various groups to ensure cross-functional alignment throughout the organization.
Supporting tax technology and process improvement initiatives.
Training, mentoring, and developing junior members of the team.
Demonstrate the ability to accurately meet various deadlines associated with day-to-day responsibilities and with the various special projects that arise.
Estimated Percentage Breakdown in the Functional Areas:
25% US International Tax Compliance and Reporting
25% International Tax Provision, including FP&A support
25% Transfer Pricing and Audit Defense
25% Special Projects, including tax technology and process improvements

Skills & Experience

BA/BS in accounting; Masters in Taxation preferred
Minimum 14+ years overall experience with US multinational operations
Preference for combination of private industry and Big 4 background
Strong technical experience in US international tax and US GAAP accounting principles
Experience with managing engagements involving external advisors
Ability to communicate tax technical issues to non-tax audience
Desire to develop cross-functional relationships and expand technical skills across tax disciplines
Intellectually curious with desire to continually learn, improve, and teach
Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, OneSource a plus

For jobs in the United States:
As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the EEO is the Law' poster.

NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.

To apply, visit https://gilead.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/gileadcareers/job/United-States---California---Foster-City/Executive-Director--Tax_R0016390