Senior Director, Tax Planning

McKesson•Irving, TX

18d

About The Position

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master of Accountancy, Taxation emphasis strongly preferred.
CPA or equivalent professional certification highly preferred.
13+ years of progressive experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination of both, with significant focus on tax planning and strategy.
Proven experience supporting large‑scale business transformation, growth initiatives, and complex transactions in a multinational environment.
Deep knowledge of U.S. and international tax principles, including transfer pricing and cross‑border tax planning.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders, translate technical issues into business impact, and operate effectively in a fast‑changing environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

Strategic Tax Planning & Business Enablement Lead the development and execution of global tax planning strategies that support business transformation, growth initiatives, and evolving operating models.
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on tax implications of key business decisions, including new products, markets, legal entity structures, and supply chain changes.
Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, Corporate Development, and business leaders to embed tax considerations into strategic planning and execution.
Business Transformation & Growth Initiatives Support enterprise transformation initiatives (e.g., changes in operating models, ERP implementations, shared services, and global process redesign) to ensure tax efficiency and compliance.
Provide tax leadership for expansion into new jurisdictions, including permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and indirect tax considerations in collaboration with relevant teams.
Oversee global tax planning initiatives, including legal entity structures, intellectual property alignment, and cross‑border transactions.
Leadership & Collaboration Act as a key liaison with external advisors, tax authorities (as appropriate), and internal stakeholders across regions.
Provide executive‑level communication and clear recommendations on complex tax matters to non‑tax stakeholders.
Process Improvement & Thought Leadership Drive continuous improvement in tax planning processes, analytical capabilities, and use of data and technology.
Contribute to the development of the company’s overall tax strategy and long‑term tax vision.
Promote best practices in global tax planning, governance, and sustainability.