Sr Tax Analyst I

Gilead Sciences • Foster City, CA

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About The Position

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description As a Sr Tax Analyst I, we are seeking a motivated and collaborative Senior Tax Analyst to join our corporate tax team. This role is ideal for a junior level tax professional (3–5 years) coming from public accounting who is eager to develop deep, hands-on experience across a broad set of tax disciplines. We are especially interested in curious, high-initiative learners—professionals who not only want to build a strong technical tax foundation, but also want to deeply understand our business, products, supply chain, and financial drivers. The role will be a utility player supporting a wide range of tax accounting and compliance. The ideal candidate thrives in a learning-oriented environment, asks thoughtful questions, and is excited by the opportunity to grow both tax expertise and business acumen through hands-on preparation and cross-functional exposure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and Five Years’ Experience OR Masters' Degree and Three Years’ Experience
• Solid foundational knowledge across domestic corporate income tax, tax accounting, and generalist tax concepts
• Demonstrated curiosity, willingness to ask “why,” and desire to learn how our business and products operate
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex data sets and reconcile differences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort structuring workpapers and large datasets
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Effective communicator with the ability to ask good questions, interpret guidance, and document work clearly
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and interest in long-term development within corporate tax

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of tax experience in public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent strongly preferred)
• Experience with OneSource corporate tax software plus

Responsibilities

• Support quarterly and annual ASC 740 income tax accounting
• Assist in cash tax and effective tax rate forecasting
• Perform core components of income tax compliance, including work papers, forms, and supporting documentation
• Partner with in-house tax subject matter experts to assist in preparation of a variety of tax products, including but not limited to indirect tax, operational transfer pricing, fixed asset tax ledgers, tax credit supporting workpapers, etc.
• Partner with senior team members to understand how tax interacts with the broader business
• Participate in identifying opportunities to streamline workpapers, improve data quality, and enhance process consistency
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, and external advisors to build both tax and business context.

Benefits

• This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
• Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees