Tax Compliance Specialist

Title

Accounting Compliance Consultant

Pharmaceutical Industry

$45 to $55 per hour (depending on experience)

A growing pharmaceutical company is seeking an Accounting Compliance Consultant to lead state and local tax and regulatory compliance, including multi‑state operations and recent acquisitions. This role will evaluate current processes, implement scalable procedures, and ensure accurate and timely filings. Ideal candidates are proactive, detail‑oriented, and able to take ownership of compliance initiatives. Contract role with potential to convert to full‑time.

La Jolla

Full‑time onsite; flexible start/end times.

6 months with potential to convert

Controller

Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, senior and staff accountants

MS Dynamics

• Research and ensure compliance with state and local tax requirements for multiple business segments and acquisitions.
• Manage business license registrations, filings, and communication with state/municipal agencies.
• Support new locations, organizational changes, audits, and property tax filings.
• Maintain insurance certificate renewals, COIs, and other compliance documentation.
• Identify filing requirements, resolve compliance gaps, and support ad‑hoc accounting tasks.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. CPA a plus.
• 3+ years in tax, compliance, or related accounting roles (state/local focus preferred).
• Experience with municipal/business license compliance, ERP systems (MS Dynamics, Oracle, SAP), and reporting/Excel analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership mindset, and ability to research and resolve compliance issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable in fast‑paced, evolving environments.

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• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
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