Tax Manager

Planet Pharma; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 96,432 - 123,984; Full time

Job summary

A biotech and pharmaceutical firm is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance and provisions. This hybrid role is based in Waltham, MA and requires 5-7 years of experience in corporate accounting, with strong knowledge in ASC 740. The ideal candidate will prepare US and international tax filings and coordinate audits. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with CPA preferred, is required. Competitive hourly salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in a multi-state corporate or public accounting environment with SEC exposure.
• Experience in the life science industry is a must.
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, especially stock-based compensation and uncertain tax positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual US and international tax provisions including ASC 740 disclosures.
• Coordinate with external auditors for tax provision audits.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and international tax filings.

Skills

Tax provisioning

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation; CPA and/or MST

Tools

LongView

Job description

Tax Manager – Waltham, MA (Hybrid) – 10 month contract

Base pay: $70.00/hr - $90.00/hr

Hybrid: 2‑3 days per week on site

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly and annual US (federal & state) and international tax provisions, including ASC 740 disclosures.
• Coordinate with external auditors for tax provision audits.
• Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and international income tax filings.
• Manage return calendar, extensions, and estimated payments.
• Support R&D credit calculations with external advisors.
• Resolve tax notices and close audits.
• Maintain tax compliance processes and documentation for SOX 404.
• Conduct tax research and monitor legislative changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation; CPA and/or MST strongly preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in a multi‑state corporate or public accounting environment with SEC exposure.
• Experience in the life science industry.
• Significant experience with tax provisioning.
• MS in tax (desired).
• Strong knowledge of ASC 740, including stock‑based compensation and uncertain tax positions.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with LongView is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
• Extensive experience in year‑end provisions.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting
• Biotechnology Research
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing