Senior Tax Analyst I (Hybrid/San Diego) at Illumina

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Genomics, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Typically requires 5 years of related accounting or income tax experience, preferably in large corporate or Big 4 environments
  • SAP working knowledge strongly preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA license or Master of Science in Taxation (MST) is a plus
  • Demonstrated expertise in SAP and financial statement analysis
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analytics tools
  • Experience with other ERP systems (Oracle, Workday) is a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex tax concepts to diverse audiences
  • Proven ability to quickly adapt to new projects and develop creative solutions
  • Strong collaborative skills and ability to build trusted advisor relationships with internal business partners
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
  • Must reside in the San Diego area and be able to commute to corporate offices (hybrid role with 2-3 in-office days per week and additional on-site presence as needed)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the extraction and organization of financial and accounting data from SAP for annual Federal tax return computations, including Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, Foreign Tax Credit, and other Federal activities
  • Prepare general ledger data for quarterly and annual international tax calculations, including transfer pricing adjustments and intercompany recharges
  • Oversee transfer pricing study preparations and OECD-related CBC reporting
  • Collaborate with Illumina’s accounting team to accurately capture intercompany transactions in SAP
  • Execute steps in strategic tax planning projects, including check-the-box elections and withholding taxes
  • Advocate for tax initiatives within Finance and Accounting teams
  • Support research and response to IRS and foreign country audit requests
  • Develop and maintain cross-departmental relationships to foster planning and efficiency
  • Identify and implement process improvements within the tax function
  • Mentor junior staff and provide guidance as needed
  • Deliver customer-ready presentations and documentation; managerial edits serve to enhance value

Skills

SAP
Tax Compliance
International Tax
Transfer Pricing
US Tax Provision
Subpart F
GILTI
FDII
Financial Analysis
Accounting
Audit Response

Illumina

Supports genomics startups through funding and resources

About Illumina

Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$27.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, BiotechnologyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on NVIDIA's AI technology may limit flexibility in AI solution adoption.
Standardizing proteomics data across platforms could challenge Illumina's data reliability.
Single-flow-cell NovaSeq X System might cannibalize sales of higher-end models.

Differentiation

Illumina leads in genomic sequencing with advanced AI integration and multiomic data analysis.
The company offers innovative array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis.
Illumina's global expansion includes a new Global Capability Center in Bengaluru.

Upsides

Collaboration with NVIDIA enhances drug discovery and clinical development through AI integration.
Pilot proteomics program with UK Biobank aims to generate crucial reference datasets.
Single-cell sequencing kits make high-throughput sequencing accessible to smaller labs.

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