Director, Tax

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Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Working to eradicate or treat bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, periodontitis and Shigella is just the beginning. Our path to success is clear and well-defined, and Vaxcyte is set up to go the distance. 

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Summary:

The Director, Tax will be responsible for the ownership and execution over certain elements of our tax accounting, reporting and compliance processes through the impending years of growth and scaling of the organization. Our tax accounting, reporting and compliance matters are critical to our business and require substantial focus and demonstrated expertise. The ideal candidate is one who has a strong partnership and collaboration mindset, brings demonstrated technical expertise and is driven to help the organization solve problems and enable growth in a variety of areas and jurisdictions, sometimes without similar precedents. The candidate must have experience in various elements of the tax function of a publicly traded, global organization with a high volume of transactions and complexity. The position will report to the Vice President, Controller and initially will be an individual contributor with the likelihood of building a team as the company approaches commercialization/profitability and/or further international expansion.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee U.S. federal, state and international tax compliance process, including indirect taxes, subpart F income, GILTI, R&D and foreign tax credits, VAT matters and expense allocations.
• Provide strategic direction, technical guidance, and leadership on all tax matters impacting the company.
• Partner and manage the relationships with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders.
• Reviews tax returns and related documents to ensure compliance with federal, state and international laws. Authorizes the payment of taxes due. Manages audits when applicable.
• Works closely with Accounting to provide inputs for policy setting, review of business results in monthly/quarterly reporting cycles and forecasts.
• Advises management of the impact of new tax laws and proposed legislation.
• Pursues refunds, credits and incentives as the company moves into new markets or new locations to maximize tax benefits to the company.
• Review annual and quarterly tax provisions and related disclosures in our SEC filings.
• Oversee preparation of worldwide transfer pricing documentation, including master file, local files, and country by country reporting.
• Recognize complex technical tax issues, perform research and analysis to support management decision-making.
• Other special projects and assignments as required.
• Exercise judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining optimal results.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in tax function of a public company with a global presence (a minimum of five of which should be in a management position), is required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax or Finance and CPA license, is required.
• Previous experience leading tax and demonstrated ability to manage a variety of domestic and international tax matters, compliance, indirect tax, transfer pricing, VAT, sales and payroll tax matters independently and have the capability to dissect specialized matters and analysis inform decision making.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls/SOX and financial reporting requirements in a public company setting, is required.
• Experience in fast-paced environment, highly driven with the ability to conduct multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Outstanding organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects, especially long-term.
• Able to manage multiple complex projects and deliver in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicates and presents information to senior management and other stakeholders (written, orally and via presentation materials), possesses an inquisitive mind, and works effectively with multiple functions; brings strong executive presence and the ability to influence decision making.
• The ideal candidate will be a results-driven team player and must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. He/ She must have the ability to drive results, possesses a strong drive to meet and exceed goals and is willing to take ownership of problems and make or recommend sound decisions.
• The candidate will be an independent self-starter and a proactive leader who is continually focused on building a high performing team.
• Ability to work onsite 3 days per week required; and more often based on business needs. 
• Embodies Vaxcyte’s cultural attributes: caring, courage, excellence and passion.

Reports to: Vice President, Controller

Location: San Carlos, CA

Compensation:

The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.

Salary Range: $226,000 – $255,000 (SF Bay Area). Salary ranges for non-California locations may vary.

Vaxcyte, Inc.

825 Industrial Road, Suite 300

San Carlos, CA 94070

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.