Executive Director, Tax

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About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced tax leader to oversee the Company's global tax function, including corporate income tax, indirect tax, property tax, tax accounting, compliance, transfer pricing, and tax planning initiatives. This role will partner closely with executive leadership, Finance, and external advisors to optimize tax strategies, ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and support business growth. The successful candidate will lead a high-performing team while driving process improvements and maximizing tax-saving opportunities globally.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute federal, state, and global tax planning strategies based on company goals and objectives to minimize the Company's effective tax rate.
• Lead the quarterly and annual tax accounting function including overseeing the preparation of quarterly tax provisions including application of ASC 740-10 (FIN 48), tax-related account reconciliations, return-to-provision, and tax footnote disclosures for 10K/10Q filings.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and timely and accurate submission of global tax returns including all US federal and state corporate income tax returns reports, and payments.
• Direct the Company's global transfer pricing strategy, including intercompany pricing policies, annual documentation, and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support international expansion initiatives, legal entity formation, and tax-efficient operating structures across global markets.
• Lead the Company's global research and development tax credit strategy, including identification, documentation, calculation, and defense of federal, state, and international R&D incentives, while partnering with Finance, R&D, and external advisors to maximize available tax benefits and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional finance colleagues to lead effective reporting and financial planning.
• Develop tax forecasts to allow for tax planning and long-range projections of effective tax rates.
• Monitor U.S. and relevant global tax law changes and resulting impact to the Company.
• Develop and maintain calculations and methodology to ensure accurate intercompany transactions and related contracts.
• Lead mentor, and develop a high-performi

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