Director of Tax

Overview

Corcept is leading the research and development of cortisol modulators that regulate cortisol activity at the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). With more than 1,000 selective proprietary cortisol modulators discovered to date and FDA approval of Korlym (mifepristone) for hypercortisolism, Corcept continues to explore cortisol modulation across a wide range of disease areas, including endocrinology, oncology, metabolism, and neurology.

Today, our team and collaborators are pursuing discoveries that aim to shift how we understand and treat disease, supported by more than 30 ongoing studies across diverse therapeutic areas.

Position

The Director of Tax oversees the Company’s tax accounting activities in accordance with GAAP, including month-end close, financial reporting, international tax planning, and filing of tax returns.

Responsibilities

Maintain tax and regulatory compliance across local, state, federal, and international jurisdictions, including income, sales and use, property, and VAT taxes

Review quarterly income tax provisions in accordance with ASC 740 and maintain uncertain tax positions under FIN 48

Review federal and state R&D tax credit calculations

Perform monthly tax close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations

Support internal and external audits, including Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance related to tax

Lead federal, state, and international tax planning initiatives

Develop transfer pricing policies and documentation, including intercompany agreements, to ensure compliance with global and local tax regulations

Ensure timely filing of all tax and regulatory returns (e.g., quarterly estimates, annual extensions, and income tax returns)

Manage VAT compliance, including refunds, reconciliations, and registrations in new jurisdictions as needed

File property tax returns

File annual reports with Secretary of State offices

Monitor and analyze changes in domestic and international tax laws and regulations, assessing the impact on the Company and recommending proactive responses

Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to support business planning and decision-making from a tax perspective

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies

Demonstrated experience with U.S. GAAP tax provision and SOX

Detailed knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements related to income taxes and related disclosures

Detailed knowledge of income tax return filing requirements in a multistate reporting environment

International tax and transfer pricing experience

Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines

Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision and in a team environment

Strong leadership and collaboration skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, Master’s in Taxation is a plus

CPA

10+ years of progressive experience in tax

Experience in biotech / pharmaceutical environment is preferred

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $232,800 - $273,800; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Corcept is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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