**Merz Therapeutics is seeking a talented Tax Manager. This is a hybrid role in North Raleigh 3 days a week**
Who We Are: Harvesting Hope with a Growing Family
At Merz Therapeutics, we take a nurturing approach to our organization - treating colleagues like family, embracing our whole
selves and creating a company culture that encourages growth and decisive action. We are committed to caring for whole
communities by focusing on individuals suffering from movement disorders and neurological conditions and the healthcare providers dedicated to helping them, while simultaneously bolstering our team members in a united effort to make a difference.
As a private, family-owned company, we have the liberty and support to make decisions for ourselves, our customers and the patients we serve. We pride ourselves on building an inclusive culture where there is room to celebrate individual growth and the ability to contribute to a common good as a collaborative team. Our mission is grounded in a long-term view of making a difference for the common good, while growing together as a family.
If you're looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, then we're looking for YOU! #IAmMerz
Are you a self-starter, and do you thrive in entrepreneurial environments?
Tax Manager purpose
Overall responsibility for all areas of corporate income tax compliance to ensure that all reporting requirements and deadlines are met in all jurisdictions where Merz is required to file. Manages all transfer pricing requirements and other activities driven by international tax requirements and the global nature of the Company's business.
1.
Federal Tax Compliance
Partner with third party tax consultant to ensure that all reporting requirements, including estimates and extensions, and deadlines are met for the jurisdictions that Merz must file in.
2.
State Tax Compliance
Partner with third party tax consultant to ensure that all reporting requirements, including estimates and extensions, and deadlines are met for the state/local jurisdictions that Merz must file in.
3.
Transfer Pricing
Responsible for calculating transfer prices for US owned products sold to Merz global affiliates, creating and maintaining required internal and US transfer pricing reporting documentation; manage and review intercompany distribution agreements.
4.
Financial Reporting
Tax provision accounting including year-end review by external auditors; review accruals related to areas of responsibility on a monthly basis for proper presentation in internal financial statements. Assist Group Tax with tax planning initiatives as needed.
5.
1042 Reporting
Responsible for reviewing and reporting all payments to foreign vendors. Including but not limited to analysis of US withholding tax requirements on payments, reviewing W-8 forms submitted by foreign vendors and filing of Forms 1042 and 1042-S.
6.
Tax Audits
Coordinates and leads internal activities related to any federal or state income tax audits.
7.
Tax Legislation
Monitor changes to US tax law and provide analysis on the impact to Merz.
8.
Other duties as assigned
Participation in projects as assigned by manager.
Job related qualifications/skills
Education
-4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent
Required
-Graduate degree in Tax, Finance, Accounting or equivalentPreferred
-CPA DesignationPreferred
Professional experience
-5-6 years of relevant experience
Required
-SAP experience
Preferred
-Tax provision softwarePreferred
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (incl. languages)
-Strong analytical skills
Required
-Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Preferred
-Strong problem solving skills
Required
Knowledge of methods
- Pharmaceutical industry experience
Preferred
- Knowledge of tax technical research products
Preferred
Personal skills
-Ability to business partner with the Therapeutics organization
Preferred
-Attention to detail & organizational skills
Preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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