Tax Manager

Roche•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position The Opportunity This position manages activities related to the preparation and filing of federal, state and local tax returns of the company and its US and Puerto Rico diagnostics affiliates. Manages a team of professional and support staff in planning, researching, reviewing and preparing company, affiliates and subsidiary tax filings. This position serves as a technical expert in US tax compliance, income tax provision, and tax regulations and their application to the organization’s business, and is responsible for providing sound, practical tax advice to management on all tax matters in a complex, multi-entity environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
7+ years of progressive tax experience with a major public accounting firm and/or with the tax department of a large company, or similar job-related experience
Strong knowledge of US federal, state, and local tax regulations, as well as income tax provision
High level of competency in application of tax research software, tax preparation software, and Excel
3+ years previous supervisory or management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead teams in a deadline-driven environment
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and resources effectively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA certification preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the Vice President with the implementation of the department’s annual strategic operating plan.
Assists with planning within assigned area and directs and coordinates the ongoing activities to meet established objectives and timeliness in a fast-paced, multi-subsidiary environment.
Effectively manages assigned staff in a manner consistent with organizational policies and values.
Is responsible for managing the annual performance review feedback process to enhance work processes and employee understanding.
Motivate, mentor, and develop high-performing personnel to achieve effective and efficient department operations.
Oversee the planning, research, review and preparation of the company, affiliate and subsidiaries income, sales and use, and property tax returns, and Annual Report tax filings.
Supervises the review prior to submission to relevant taxing authorities.
Ensures timely compliance while identifying opportunities to optimize tax positions and minimize tax liabilities through the consistent application of federal and state laws and regulations.
Coordinates tax matters related to audits, notices, controversies, and litigation support.
Responsible for the preparation and review of the interim and year-end financial statement tax provisions and the oversight and monitoring of the transfer pricing calculation and documentation.
Serves as principal contact for negotiations with state and local revenue auditors.
Prepares and reviews refund claims, protests, and administrative appeals.
Leads planning initiatives to identify tax efficiencies and manage risk across entities and jurisdictions.
Maintains supporting accounts and records, ensuring strong internal controls and audit readiness.
Collaborates cross-functionally with other departments and subsidiaries.