Senior Director, Tax Compliance & Audit

About Inspire Medical Systems

Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Inspire Medical Systems is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation.

We are steadfast in our commitment to prioritize patient outcomes, act with integrity and lead with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are committed to all those we serve.

About Inspire Medical Systems

Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Inspire Medical Systems is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation.

We are steadfast in our commitment to prioritize patient outcomes, act with integrity and lead with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are committed to all those we serve.

WHY JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING TEAM

At Inspire, we value people – your diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. We embrace a people-first culture by offering excellent benefits, 401k matching, ESPP, flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and want to work with innovative technology, come be a part of our great team!

Essential Job Functions

The Senior Director of Tax will lead Inspire Medical Systems’ global tax function and serve as a strategic advisor to senior finance, legal, operations, human resources, and business leadership. This individual will be responsible for tax accounting, tax compliance, tax planning, transfer pricing, international tax, and tax governance in a growing public company. The role requires a hands-on, business-oriented tax leader who can balance technical depth with practical execution, strong internal controls, and clear communication with executive stakeholders.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead the company's ASC 740 tax provision process, including quarterly and annual tax reporting, effective tax rate analysis, tax disclosures, and related financial statement impacts.
• Oversee all U.S. and international tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filing of income, indirect, and other tax returns while managing relationships with external tax advisors.
• Develop and execute tax planning strategies that support business objectives, optimize the Company's tax position, and maintain an appropriate level of tax risk.
• Provide strategic tax guidance related to international expansion, transfer pricing, financing activities, stock-based compensation, Section 174, R&D tax credits, and other significant business initiatives.
• Lead transfer pricing and international tax matters, including intercompany transactions, foreign subsidiaries, global tax compliance, and permanent establishment risk assessments.
• Manage tax audits, controversies, and interactions with taxing authorities, while maintaining strong tax governance and documentation standards.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and tax technology initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reporting capabilities.
• Build and develop a high-performing tax function, providing leadership, mentorship, and oversight of external advisors while serving as the Company's senior tax subject matter expert.
• Partner closely with the Corporate Controller, CFO, and cross-functional leaders to support financial reporting, compliance, strategic decision-making, and business growth initiatives.

• Document product and therapy related field reports within the prescribed timelines and provide any necessary documents required to complete the investigation. Provide follow-up…