Manager/Senior Manager, US Tax

Azurity Pharmaceuticals - US•Raleigh, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is seeking a high‑caliber US Tax Manager (or early Senior Manager) to join a growing, PE‑backed pharmaceutical group during an active phase of expansion and M&A. This role will have primary responsibility for US federal and state tax compliance and provision, significant exposure to transaction support, and direct interaction with senior finance executives. The ideal candidate brings deep US corporate tax and provision experience, ideally from a loss‑making or growth‑stage organization, and is comfortable operating in a fast‑moving, high‑accountability environment with real visibility. This role offers clear progression as the group scales, with increasing ownership over deals, planning and strategic projects.

Requirements

CPA qualified
Bachelor’s degree in accounting (Master’s in Tax preferred)
Big 4 training, with at least 2–3 years at Manager level
Strong background in: US corporate tax compliance, ASC 740 tax provisions, Multi‑state taxation
Experience working with private‑equity‑backed businesses (preferred)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence dealing with senior executives

Nice To Haves

Hands‑on M&A tax experience (due diligence, integration or restructuring)
Experience in fast‑growing or acquisitive environments
Strong accounting and analytical skillset, with comfort working closely with controllership teams

Responsibilities

Own US federal and multi‑state corporate income tax compliance, including returns, extensions, estimates and audits
Manage tax compliance for loss‑making entities, including NOL tracking, utilisation and related disclosures
Act as primary US tax contact for external advisers (Big 4 and regional firms)
Ensure consistency and strong documentation across filings, workpapers and positions
Lead the end‑to‑end US income tax provision process, including: Current and deferred tax calculations, Valuation allowances, Uncertain tax positions, Effective tax rate analysis and explanations
Partner closely with Accounting and FP&A to ensure accurate forecasts and disclosures
Prepare clear, executive‑ready provision materials for senior management
Support buy‑side M&A activity, including: US tax due diligence, Purchase price allocation inputs, Deal structuring considerations, Post‑acquisition integration support
Assist in analysing complex areas such as: NOL limitations (Section 382), Transaction costs, Entity rationalisation and reorganisations
Act as a trusted US tax adviser to senior finance leadership
Communicate technical matters in clear, commercial language
Collaborate effectively with International Tax, Legal, Treasury and external advisers
Mentor junior team members and contribute to building scalable, best‑practice processes

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Annual bonus based on company performance
Incentive compensation program (Sales Only)
Car reimbursement program and gas card (Sales Only)
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Hybrid work model (two days from home, three days in the office)
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with a company match up to 5%
Up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover
Five sick/wellness days
Company closure between Christmas and New Year’s
13 recognized holidays
Tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications
Azurity High Five peer recognition platform