About the role
Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on powering the immune system to transform lives by discovering and developing medicines for serious infectious diseases and cancer. Its clinical-stage portfolio includes programs for chronic hepatitis delta and multiple PRO-XTEN ® dual-masked T-cell engagers across validated targets in solid tumor indications. Vir Biotechnology also has a preclinical portfolio of programs across a range of infectious diseases and oncologic malignancies. Vir Biotechnology has exclusive rights to the universal PRO-XTEN ® masking platform for oncology and infectious disease. PRO-XTEN ® is a trademark of Amunix Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Sanofi company. We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company where everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best. THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an Associate Director, Tax and Accounting to lead and manage the Company’s tax function while partnering closely with external tax advisors. This role is responsible for overseeing tax provision, compliance, and risk management processes performed by third-party providers, ensuring high-quality execution, accuracy, and alignment with Company objectives. In addition to tax
responsibilities, this position will play a key role in supporting the accounting for the Company’s collaboration agreements, including analysis, documentation, and coordination with cross-functional stakeholders. This is a high-impact individual contributor role requiring strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively manage external advisors while partnering across Finance, Legal and Operations/Development.
WHAT YOU'LL DO Tax Provision & Reporting Oversee the quarterly and annual income tax provision process, including review of calculations prepared by external tax service providers. Review technical analyses related to uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and tax implications of complex transactions. Ensure accurate and timely tax disclosures for SEC filings. Maintain documentation and internal controls supporting the tax provision process. Compliance & Risk Management Oversee global income tax compliance prepared by external service providers. Manage external tax advisors to ensure high-quality, cost-effective support. Maintain tax-related internal controls in compliance with SOX
