Director, Tax

Director, Tax

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format. Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world's leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care. By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we're rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare's most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

Role Summary : The Director, Tax will be a key leader within the Finance organization, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's tax strategy, including ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance and tax financial statement reporting. This role will ensure the organization remains compliant with all relevant tax laws and regulations while reflecting such within the company's quarterly financial statement reporting. The Director will collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and external advisors and will provide executive leadership with strategic insights to drive informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement the company's global tax strategy to optimize the effective tax rate and ensure full compliance with all federal, state, local, and international tax laws.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and timely filing of all tax returns, including income, sales and use, property, and other applicable taxes.
• Manage tax audits and inquiries, working proactively with tax authorities and external advisors.
• Identify and implement opportunities for tax savings and efficiency, including transfer pricing, R&D credits, and other incentives.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess the impact on the company's tax position.
• Oversee the completion of the company's quarterly and annual tax provision calculation with applicable financial statement footnotes and disclosures, owning the entire tax financial reporting for the company.
• Operate within a SOX Control environment, ensuring adequate documentation.
• Oversee cash tax forecasting and business partner closely with the Treasury and FP&A teams accordingly.
• Build and lead a high-performing Tax team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with internal stakeholders, including Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and executive leadership, to support business initiatives and provide strategic insights.
• Prepare and present regular updates and reports to the CFO and Audit Committee on tax positions.

Basic Qualifications :

Desired Qualifications :

We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services. The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job. This role is eligible for bonus / commission, and the range below is inclusive of those targets. The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is : $200,400$250,200 USD The estimated base salary range (not including bonus / commission) for this role is : $167,000$208,500 USD

To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and / or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and / or religion.

Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please request it here, by selecting the 'Interview Accommodation Request' category. You will need your requisition ID when submitting your request, you can find instructions for locating it here .