SENIOR TAX ACCOUNTANTSumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is focused on delivering therapeutic and scientific breakthroughs in areas of critical patient need spanning psychiatry & neurology, oncology, urology, women’s health, rare disease, and cell & gene therapies. The company’s diverse portfolio includes several marketed products and a robust pipeline of early- to late-stage assets. Building on Sumitomo Pharma’s 125-year legacy of innovation, SMPA leverages proprietary in-house technology platforms and advanced analytics capabilities to accelerate discovery, development, and help bring novel therapies to patients sooner. SMPA is a Sumitomo Pharma company. [For more information, visit Sumitomo-pharma.com (https://myovant-my.sharepoint.com/personal/ginacromwellmyovantcom/Documents/Documents/072023%20Transition%20documents/JDs/Sumitomo-pharma.com) ]Job OverviewThe experienced Senior Tax Accountant will play a critical role supporting the tax department in meeting the compliance, provision, and planning objectives. This role is primarily responsible for the federal and multi-state tax compliance and supports the tax provision. The role will cover a broad range of tax deliverables, supporting all aspects of the tax department. A successful candidate will need to interact closely within the tax department, and with other departments across the organization including Research and Development, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Commercial, Business Development, Administration, Legal, Accounting, and Human Resources. The role will also interact with external service providers in various capacities.The Senior Tax Accountant will contribute to the growth and expansion of our business and the tax function via actively assisting the Directorship in process streamlining, automation and transformation of the emerging and changing organization. For further information on our ever changing and developing business future, you are encouraged to review our organization mid-term business plan ( https://www.sumitomo-pharma.com/news/assets/pdf/eir20230428.pdf )Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in automating routine activities and departmental automation goals.
Prepare US federal proformas, consolidated federal tax return, stand alone and consolidated/combined state tax returns, including extensions and quarterly estimated payments.
Prepare tax return support workpapers (US federal & states & international).
Maintain tax depreciation and reconcile tax/book fixed assets.
Work closely with external service providers for data collection, SME coordination, project analysis and control of supporting documentation.
Assist in preparing US (federal and state) interim and year-end tax provision calculations.
Assist in preparing and maintaining deferred tax schedules.
Prepare and maintain carryover tax attributes (NOLs and tax credits).
Prepare indirect tax returns such as property tax returns, sales and use tax returns, VAT returns and various other filings.
Maintain files supporting key deliverables of the tax department.
Support various tax planning and analytical projects.
Assist with resolving external audits and notices through research and support documentation.
Independently prioritize and perform multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines.
Education and Experience
Minimum 3 years of combined tax experience in Big 4 and/or multinational corporations.
Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting; Master's in Tax a plus.
High level of experience in Thomson Reuters OneSource income tax, apportionment, and tax provision.
Strong skills with Microsoft Office Applications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
If you are a highly skilled tax accountant with a passion for providing exceptional tax service and a desire to work on a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.The base salary range for this role is $89,500 to $114,100. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.Compliance :Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.Mental/Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employerSumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.For more information about EEO and the Law, please visit the following pages:Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)EEO is the Law Poster SupplementPay Transparency (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf)Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is focused on delivering therapeutic and scientific breakthroughs in areas of critical patient need spanning psychiatry & neurology, oncology, urology, women’s health, rare disease, and cell & gene therapies. The company’s diverse portfolio includes several marketed products and a robust pipeline of early- to late-stage assets. Building on Sumitomo Pharma’s 125-year legacy of innovation, SMPA leverages proprietary in-house technology platforms and advanced analytics capabilities to accelerate discovery, development, and help bring novel therapies to patients sooner. SMPA is a Sumitomo Pharma company. [For more information, visit Sumitomo-pharma.com (https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com/) ]At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company’s cultural pillars.Our MissionTo broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwideOur VisionFor Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas
