International Tax Consultant

Overview

A Fractional International Tax Consultant role is available to provide specialized expertise in global tax matters, with a strong emphasis on VAT and Swiss operations. This position serves as a key advisor to the internal tax function, supporting strategic decision-making and ongoing international tax compliance efforts.

This is a high-impact, hands-on advisory role suited for a professional who can flex capacity month-to-month and bring deep subject matter expertise in international tax structures within a biotech or similarly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise on international tax matters, including cross-border transactions and compliance
• Lead and advise on VAT-related issues, focusing on Swiss VAT and operations
• Evaluate and recommend tax-efficient structures and approaches for international activities
• Support tax implications related to global expansion, operations, and supply chain activities
• Collaborate closely with internal finance and accounting teams to address tax-related questions and challenges
• Assist with periodic tax reporting, planning, and compliance requirements
• Advise on tax risks, regulatory considerations, and operational decisions
• Adjust workload based on monthly business needs, increasing effort during critical reporting periods

Required Qualifications

• Deep expertise in International Tax, including cross-border considerations
• Strong, hands-on experience with VAT (Value-Added Tax)
• Direct experience supporting or advising on Swiss operations and related tax structures
• Background in biotech, pharma, medical device, or related life sciences industry strongly preferred
• Ability to operate independently in a fractional, advisory capacity within a lean environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset

Technical Environment

• Experience working with ERP systems such as:
  • NetSuite (current)
  • SAP (future-state / in transition)

Team Structure

• Reports into the internal tax leadership function
• Lean team environment with collaboration across finance and use of external advisors
• No direct reports; this is an individual contributor consulting role

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Senior-level tax professional or consultant with deep specialization in international tax and VAT
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and advising in a growing, evolving organization
• Proven ability to balance strategic guidance with hands-on execution
• Flexible and responsive to fluctuating workload demands

Location

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Compensation & Benefits

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