Senior Manager, Transfer Pricing & Disputes Tax

Johnson & Johnson

Leading global tax planning and controversy with tax authorities at DePuy Synthes. Collaborating with Finance and Legal to ensure compliance and strategic growth objectives.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRaynham • Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global tax planning, compliance, and controversy management, with a strong focus on U.S. and international tax principles. Proven ability to lead initiatives that align tax strategies with business objectives while ensuring efficient processes and governance.

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Global Tax PlanningTax Controversy ManagementU.S. And International Tax PrinciplesCPA, JD, Or Equivalent CertificationProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Tax PlanningTax AuditsTransfer PricingComplex Tax RegulationsFinancial ReportingTax GovernanceIntercompany ArrangementsMergers And Acquisitions Tax PlanningDispute ResolutionTax Risk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAJD

Industry Keywords

Corporate TaxPublic AccountingRegulated IndustryGlobal Tax PoliciesMatrixed Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead global tax planning initiatives to support business strategy, operational changes, and long‑term growth objectives.
Manage global tax controversy matters, including audits, inquiries, appeals, and dispute resolution with tax authorities.
Partner with Legal and external advisors to assess tax risks, develop defense strategies, and resolve disputes efficiently.
Provide technical tax guidance on complex transactions, restructurings, and intercompany arrangements.
Collaborate with regional and local tax teams to ensure consistent application of global tax policies and positions.
Monitor changes in global tax legislation and assess potential impacts to the business, recommending mitigation strategies as needed.
Support financial reporting processes related to tax reserves, uncertain tax positions, and audit disclosures.
Drive continuous improvement in tax processes, documentation, and governance to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field (required)
Typically 8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate tax, public accounting, or a combination of both
Demonstrated experience leading global tax planning initiatives and managing tax audits or disputes
Strong knowledge of U.S. and international tax principles, including transfer pricing and cross‑border matters
Proven ability to interpret complex tax regulations and translate them into practical business guidance
Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across Finance, Legal, and business teams
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Experience supporting a global, matrixed organization within a regulated industry (preferred)
Prior experience managing external advisors and tax authorities (preferred)
Exposure to tax planning related to mergers, acquisitions, or business transformations (preferred)
CPA, JD, or equivalent professional certification (preferred)
Experience driving process improvements or tax governance initiatives (preferred)
Language: English required; additional languages are a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year