Director, Tax Operations

About the role

Regeneron is seeking a Director of Tax Operations to own the day‑to‑day management of the company’s global tax reporting and compliance functions for the United States. Reporting to the Head of Tax Operations, the Director will modernize the tax operating model by embedding artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and analytics while maintaining rigorous controls and human review. The role coordinates with Tax Strategy counterparts and manages both U.S. and Ireland operations as a single, well‑run team.

Responsibilities

• Manage ASC 740 tax accounting, including provisions, reconciliations, financial statement disclosures, and external audit coordination.
• Ensure SOX‑compliant internal controls over tax reporting processes, incorporating AI and automation‑enabled workflows.
• Oversee all U.S. federal, state, and international tax compliance, filings, payments, and audit‑ready documentation.
• Manage tax credits (R&D, orphan drug), indirect taxes (sales/use, property, excise), and tax audits/examinations.
• Monitor and implement regulatory changes, including OECD Pillar Two, U.S. CAMT, and other international statutory requirements.
• Lead tax operations AI strategy by identifying use cases, piloting solutions, and establishing responsible‑use guardrails.
• Own tax technology platforms, analytics tools, and data initiatives while driving process transformation and team upskilling.
• Partner with Tax Strategy and cross‑functional stakeholders while leading and developing the Tax Operations team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive corporate tax experience with publicly traded, multinational companies (Big 4 and in‑house experience strongly preferred).
• Deep expertise in ASC 740, including provisions, uncertain tax positions, financial statement disclosures, and strong U.S. federal and state income tax experience.
• Experience with indirect taxes.

Preferred qualifications

• Life sciences or biopharmaceutical industry experience.
• International and statutory reporting experience (FRS 102, IFRS); Ireland experience a plus.
• Familiarity with OECD Pillar Two (global minimum tax) and U.S. CAMT.
• Experience leading tax technology, automation, or data‑analytics initiatives.

Benefits

• Annual bonuses or other incentive plans.
• Equity awards.
• Pension or retirement benefits, including 401(k) company match.
• Health and wellness programs, fitness centers, and comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
• Paid time off and family support benefits.

Pay

Salary range (annually) : $183,100 – $305,200.

Schedule

This is a full‑time position based in Sleepy Hollow, NY, requiring on‑site work four days per week.