Associate Director, International Tax

Illumina

Associate Director, International Tax overseeing global tax computations and tax strategies at Illumina. Leading tax planning efforts and supporting effective tax rate objectives with cross-departmental collaboration.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $170,600 - $255,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in international tax functions, including core tax computations and global transfer pricing, with a strong focus on strategic tax planning and relationship building across departments. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver effective tax strategies in response to audits.

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International Tax Function ManagementGlobal Transfer Pricing ExpertiseSAP ProficiencyFinancial Statement AnalysisTax Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Core Tax ComputationsGlobal Transfer PricingTax PlanningData Analytics ToolsFinancial Statement AnalysisExcel ProficiencyERP SystemsTax Strategy DevelopmentRisk AnalysisAudit Response

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative SkillsRelationship BuildingCreative Problem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SAPExcelOracleWorkday

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA LicenseMaster of Science in Taxation (MST)

Industry Keywords

Income TaxTransfer PricingBig 4 ExperienceCorporate TaxTax Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

oversee and coordinate critical elements of the international tax function including core tax computations
direct operational objectives around global transfer pricing including risk analysis and study preparation
build relationships with Illumina’s Accounting Team and advocate for tax objectives around complex data flows
lead complex strategic tax planning projects related to effective tax rate goals
identify strategic opportunities within tax and evaluate them with leadership
promote tax initiatives within Finance and Accounting teams
develop and recommend tax strategies in response to audits
build and maintain cross-departmental relationships
direct junior staff and provide primary oversight of assignments
prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor’s degree in Accounting
minimum of 15 years of related income tax and transfer pricing experience in large corporate and/or Big 4 environments
7+ years of management experience
demonstrated expertise in SAP and financial statement analysis
advanced proficiency in Excel and data analytics tools
strong written and verbal communication skills
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
CPA license preferred
Master of Science in Taxation (MST) preferred
experience with other ERP systems such as Oracle or Workday is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

access to genomics sequencing
family planning
health/dental/vision
retirement benefits
paid time off
variable cash programs (bonus or commission)
equity as part of the compensation package