Sr. Mgr, Transfer Pricing & Disputes Tax

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • West Chester, PA

1d • $122,000 - $245,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides global leadership for tax planning and tax controversy matters across DePuy Synthes. The Sr. Manager, Transfer Pricing & Disputes, Tax partners closely with Finance, Legal, and regional tax teams to design and execute effective global tax strategies, manage tax audits and disputes, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position plays a critical role in protecting the company’s financial position while supporting business growth and operational decision‑making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field (required).
• Typically 8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination of both.
• Demonstrated experience leading global tax planning initiatives and managing tax audits or disputes.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and international tax principles, including transfer pricing and cross‑border matters.
• Proven ability to interpret complex tax regulations and translate them into practical business guidance.
• Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across Finance, Legal, and business teams.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• English required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or MBA (preferred).
• Experience supporting a global, matrixed organization within a regulated industry.
• Prior experience managing external advisors and tax authorities.
• Exposure to tax planning related to mergers, acquisitions, or business transformations.
• CPA, JD, or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience driving process improvements or tax governance initiatives.
• Additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead global tax planning initiatives to support business strategy, operational changes, and long‑term growth objectives.
• Manage global tax controversy matters, including audits, inquiries, appeals, and dispute resolution with tax authorities.
• Partner with Legal and external advisors to assess tax risks, develop defense strategies, and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Provide technical tax guidance on complex transactions, restructurings, and intercompany arrangements.
• Collaborate with regional and local tax teams to ensure consistent application of global tax policies and positions.
• Monitor changes in global tax legislation and assess potential impacts to the business, recommending mitigation strategies as needed.
• Support financial reporting processes related to tax reserves, uncertain tax positions, and audit disclosures.
• Drive continuous improvement in tax processes, documentation, and governance to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Benefits

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager