Senior Director, Tax

At Cytokinetics, each team member plays an integral part in advancing our mission to improve the lives of patients. We are seeking tenacious, compassionate, and collaborative individuals who are driven to make a positive impact.

The Senior Director of Tax will oversee all aspects of Cytokinetic’s tax strategy and operations, including tax compliance, reporting, and planning. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this position will work with stakeholders across the organization to ensure compliance, optimize tax positions, and drive strategic tax planning. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global tax strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving effective tax planning. Focus on maximizing available R&D tax credits and other incentives for innovation.
• Manage transfer pricing policies and documentation for intercompany transactions, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations.
• Ensure compliance with international tax regulations, including VAT, customs duties, and international reporting requirements. Oversee global tax reporting and manage cross-border tax challenges.
• Participate in audit committee meetings, providing detailed updates on tax issues, strategies, and compliance.
• Identify and manage tax risks and opportunities, providing guidance on tax audits, disputes, and other significant tax matters.
• Lead tax planning initiatives to minimize the company's tax liabilities and maximize tax efficiencies.
• Lead research and interpret changes in tax laws and regulations and assess the impact on the company's tax position.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate completion of tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Work closely with finance, legal, accounting, and senior leadership to ensure that tax strategies support overall corporate goals.
• Manage the preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns, including income, sales/use, property, and other applicable taxes.
• Manage relationships with tax authorities and respond to inquiries or audits as necessary.
• Assist in due diligence and integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.

Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience (12+ years) in corporate tax, with a focus on US tax and international laws and regulations.
• Experience in a multinational corporation or public accounting firm, preferably with "Big 4" firms
• Deep knowledge of US federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations
• Strong experience in international tax planning and compliance, particularly for expanding companies
• Expertise in transfer pricing principles and strategy development
• Proven track record of reporting to audit committees and managing external audits related to tax.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex tax concepts for senior executives and non-tax professionals.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do –all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.

Please visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.com

Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer