Director, Tax

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) Inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins, and RAS Companion Inhibitors for use in combination treatment strategies. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.

The Opportunity:

The Director, Tax will be responsible for the ownership and execution over certain elements of our tax accounting, reporting and compliance processes through the impending years of growth and scaling of the organization. Our tax accounting, reporting and compliance matters are critical to our business and require substantial focus and demonstrated expertise. The ideal candidate is one who has a strong partnership and collaboration mindset, brings demonstrated technical expertise and is driven to help the organization solve problems and enable growth in a variety of areas, sometimes without similar precedents. The position will report to the Executive Director, Finance and will work closely with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders. The position will be an individual contributor initially with the possibility of building a team as the company approaches commercialization/profitability and/or further expansion.

Tax compliance and planning

• Support the first commercial launch by leading and developing tax plans and strategies.

• Oversee certain elements of the U.S. federal and state tax compliance process, including R&D and foreign tax credits. Review tax returns and related documents to ensure compliance with federal and state laws. Authorize the payment of taxes due.  Manage audits when applicable.

• Pursue refunds, credits and incentives as the company moves into new markets or new locations to maximize tax benefits to the company.

• Collaborate with other functions to achieve process improvement and realize cost savings in indirect taxes and VAT matters.

• Work closely with Accounting to provide inputs for policy setting, review of business results in monthly/quarterly reporting cycles and forecasts.

Tax accounting and reporting

• Review annual and quarterly tax provisions and related disclosures in our SEC filings. Maintain appropriate documentation to meet SOX requirements.

• Monitor emerging issues in U.S. GAAP accounting standards and SEC reporting, as well as proposed changes in tax laws, and assess the financial statement impact.

• Prepare income tax accounting memoranda to document analysis and conclusions for transactions and other non-routine matters, ensuring compliance with internal controls.

Other

• Manage tax calendar to ensure timely filings, payments and SOX compliance.

• Recognize complex technical tax issues, perform research and analysis to support management decision-making.

• Other special projects and assignments as required.

Required Skills, Experience and Education:

• Minimum of 12+ years of progressive related experience.

• Experience with corporate income tax compliance, as well as provision and reporting processes for SEC registered companies in tax function of a public company or Big 4.

• Extensive working knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting principles ASC 740.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

• Experience in fast-paced environment, highly driven with the ability to work independently, conduct multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.

• Effectively communicates and presents information (written, orally and via presentation materials), possesses an inquisitive mind, and works effectively with multiple functions.

• Embodies RevMed’s values: Tireless Commitment to Patients, Transformative Science, Exceptional Together, Total Integrity, Inclusiveness and Fairness.

Preferred Skills:

• CPA and/or Master's in Taxation preferred.

• Pharma/Biotech industry experience strongly preferred.

• Supporting a first product launch preferred.  

• Previous experience across a variety of tax matters, including indirect tax, VAT and sales tax matters and have the capability to dissect specialized matters and inform decision making.

• Strong knowledge of internal controls/SOX in a public company setting or BIG 4.

• Strong interpersonal skills, highly collaborative with cross-functional partners, and a strong ability to build relationships, gain credibility, and partner with others.

• Self-motivation with a strong affinity for strategic problem solving and driving positive impact.

The base salary range for this full-time position is $204,000 to $255,000 for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.

Please note that base salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.

Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.

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