A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis.The Opportunity:The Tax Director will report directly to the Executive Director of Tax. The position requires strong analytical, written and verbal communication, and tasking skills, along with extensive knowledge of federal, state and local income taxes. The candidate must be a “hands-on” self-starter who can function as a “go-to” person whether dealing with members of the tax group or other people in the company including finance, human resources, legal, R&D and IT, as well as external advisors/auditors. The candidate must be able to work effectively on a small, friendly, collaborative team in a casually intense environment. This is a full-time position that requires a minimum of three days a week on campus.Essential Functions:Responsibilities for this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:Prepare, manage, and/or review income tax provision calculation, including effective tax rate, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowance, journal entries, footnote disclosures, etc.Manage, and/or review US international tax calculations including GILTI, BEAT, FTC, FDII, etc., and the impact of acquisitions or divestitures.Research complex tax issues and document procedures/conclusions.Prepare and/or review budget ETR, cash tax forecast, etc.Review of Research and Development credit calculationReview tax returns and related extensions/estimates.Provide support and/or manage IRS audits.Asses tax legislation and developments for impact on our businessLead, train, and develop managers, and senior manager.Assist or manage other ad hoc/special projects (e.g., Section 382 study, credit study, tax planning, M&A, sales/use/withholding tax assistance, review business contracts, etc.) as needed.Who you are:Minimum ten years of recent experience in US corporate income tax with a combination of Big Four corporate tax department. Recent experience with ASC 740 is required.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.CPA or post-graduate study in Taxation preferred.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to solve unique and complex problems that broadly impact the function and/or broader department.Advanced critical thinking and decision-making skills.Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately, meet deadlines, execute with accuracy, and recognize when issues need escalation.A team player with excellent interpersonal skillsAbility to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment, including being flexible to geographic time zones.Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills.Experience with Research and Development credit calculationExperience with intercompany foreign and domestic transfer pricing and legal entity reportingExperience with tax modeling and scenario planning.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applicationsExperience with tax software and e-filing, preferably OneSourceExperience with ERP systems, preferably SAP*Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting*The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of South San Francisco, CA is $155,300 - $288,300. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.
