Senior Director, Tax Compliance & Audit

About the Company

Inspire Medical Systems is the pioneer of a first-of-its-kind medical device designed to improve the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, which reduces OSA severity for patients who cannot tolerate or benefit consistently from CPAP. Inspire is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation, prioritizing patient outcomes, acting with integrity, and leading with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are dedicated to serving all stakeholders.

Why Join Our Team

At Inspire, we value diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. Our people-first culture includes excellent benefits, 401k matching, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement. If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and working with innovative technology, join our team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's ASC 740 tax provision process, including quarterly and annual tax reporting, effective tax rate analysis, tax disclosures, and related financial statement impacts.
• Oversee all U.S. and international tax compliance activities, ensuring timely and accurate filing of income, indirect, and other tax returns while managing relationships with external tax advisors.
• Develop and execute tax planning strategies that support business objectives, optimize the Company's tax position, and maintain an appropriate level of tax risk.
• Provide strategic tax guidance related to international expansion, transfer pricing, financing activities, stock-based compensation, Section 174, R&D tax credits, and other significant business initiatives.
• Lead transfer pricing and international tax matters, including intercompany transactions, foreign subsidiaries, global tax compliance, and permanent establishment risk assessments.
• Manage tax audits, controversies, and interactions with taxing authorities, while maintaining strong tax governance and documentation standards.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and tax technology initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reporting capabilities.
• Build and develop a high-performing tax function, providing leadership, mentorship, and oversight of external advisors while serving as the Company's senior tax subject matter expert.
• Partner closely with the Corporate Controller, CFO, and cross-functional leaders to support financial reporting, compliance, strategic decision-making, and business growth initiatives.

Quality System Responsibilities

• Document product and therapy-related field reports within prescribed timelines and provide any necessary documents required to complete investigations.
• Provide follow-up reporting as needed.
• Complete training requirements and competency confirmations as required for this position within the specified timeline.
• Comply with applicable quality system procedures/policies and make suggestions for continuous process improvement.
• Ensure all direct reports maintain training records that comply with applicable quality system requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field.
• CPA or Master's in Taxation preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive corporate tax experience, including significant public company experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of ASC 740, U.S. federal and state tax, international tax, transfer pricing, and tax compliance.
• Experience leading tax provision, compliance, planning, and audit activities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders.
• Experience managing external advisors and cross-functional business relationships.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device, life sciences, healthcare, or other regulated industry experience.
• Experience preparing and reporting both GAAP and non-GAAP tax provisions and estimates.
• Experience with Section 174, R&D credits, Section 162(m), stock-based compensation, and international expansion.

Pay

The salary for this position is $192,000—$275,000 USD, offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance plan options.
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account.
• Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability benefits.
• 401k plan with employer match.
• Identity Protection.
• Flexible time off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance program.
• Equity awards and participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).