Tax Manager

Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of Pharma Cord and Mercalis, Valeris™ revolutionizes the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact to build a world in which every patient gets the care they need. Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that patients can access and adhere to critical medications.

Backed by proven industry expertise, a deep commitment to patient care, the latest technology, and exceptionally talented team members, Valeris provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products. Valeris provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients.

The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana. To learn more about Valeris, please visit

Position Overview

Reporting to the SVP, Corporate Controller, the Tax Manager is responsible for leading the Company's tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities while supporting the continued growth of the organization. This role will design and enhance scalable tax processes, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands-on professional with strong technical tax expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth, technology-enabled pharmaceutical services environment.

• Manage the tax provision
• Manage tax compliance activities, including income, sales and use, property, and R&D tax credit
• Track state apportionment data
• Manage and coordinate tax audits and notices
• Maintain tax balances on the general ledger
• Maintain awareness of tax and GAAP accounting standards impacting financial reporting
• Assist external auditors and tax preparers as needed to complete their engagements
• Ensure documentation of tax filings, tax policies and procedures and help ensure proper financial controls are in place
• Lead tax planning initiatives and identify tax savings opportunities
• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local tax laws and assess business impacts
• Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Legal on tax matters related to business initiatives
• Support tax-related aspects of acquisitions, restructurings, and special projects, as applicable
• Drive automation and continuous improvement of tax processes and controls.
• Collaborate with team members and support their roles as appropriate
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned in support of the Finance organization

• 6 plus years of experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical services or related industry
• Background in public accounting preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university
• CPA designation preferred
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed
• Dynamic personality with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to new and changing environments
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Logical, efficient, and creative, with keen attention to detail
• Understanding and knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards
• Understanding of federal and state tax laws and regulations
• High degree of accountability for performance and its impact on company’s success
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Prefer candidates who can type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy.
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