Senior Associate, Indirect Tax (VAT)

The Role

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team thats revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee youll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide contributing to global health initiatives.

Modernas commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients lives worldwide.

Moderna is solidifying its presence within our international business services hub in Warsaw Poland a city renowned for its rich scientific and technological heritage. This hub provides critical functions meeting the growing demand of Modernas global business operations. Were inviting professionals from around the world to join our mission and contribute to the future of mRNA medicines.

As Moderna continues to grow at an unprecedented pace the company is building a world-class international Moderna Enterprise Solutions Hub (MESH) in Warsaw. The MESH center will house key functions such as Finance Pharmacovigilance HR Digital and Compliancecreating a foundational shared services ecosystem to support Modernas international footprint.

As Senior Associate Indirect Tax you will be a critical part of Modernas global tax compliance team reporting to the Indirect Tax Senior Manager. Your primary focus will be managing indirect tax compliance activities across several jurisdictions ensuring the accuracy timeliness and efficiency of reporting obligations. You will apply your expertise in VAT and other indirect tax processes across Europe and other global markets supported by MESH while offering guidance to internal stakeholders and contributing to broader tax-related initiatives. You will work at the intersection of finance operations and digital tools with opportunity to engage in continuous improvement and innovation initiatives that align with Modernas bold digital ambitions.

Heres What Youll Do:

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Managing VAT compliance and reporting for several jurisdictions primarily across Europe within required timelines

• Preparing VAT returns (monthly quarterly annual) as well as sales listings domestic listings purchase listings SAF-T and Intrastat reports using automated tools

• Conducting transactional reviews to ensure entries align with local tax regulations and company policies

• Maintaining high standards of data accuracy and integrity throughout the tax compliance process

• Monitoring internal controls over the Indirect Tax process including reconciliation oversight

• Providing regular updates to stakeholders on tax legislation changes and their impact

• Collaborating closely with the Indirect Tax Senior Manager and the broader International Tax team

• Serving as a key liaison with commercial and functional teams to ensure alignment on indirect tax treatment

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Acting as a subject matter expert on indirect tax for cross-functional initiatives and special projects

• Supporting process improvements to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance scalability

• Developing strong relationships with key stakeholders across the MESH organization

• Providing day-to-day support and strategic insight on VAT matters audits and ad hoc queries

• Ensuring Modernas tax compliance framework supports business operations and evolving regulatory requirements

The key Moderna Mindsets youll need to succeed in the role:

• We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.
  In this role youll engage with advanced tax reporting technologies and automated tools to deliver high-quality compliant outcomes at scale. Your ability to leverage and trust digital processes will be essential in driving Modernas mission forward through efficiency and innovation.

• We behave like owners. The solutions were building go beyond any job description.
  As a sole contributor supporting multiple international jurisdictions youll need to act with autonomy ownership and accountability. Youll proactively identify risks propose improvements and advocate for smarter tax processes that extend far beyond routine reporting.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business or related discipline required

• In progress of tax accreditation a plus

• 3 years of related experience in indirect taxes is required; public accounting experience pharma/biotech company preferred

• Strong tax technical skills including expertise in VAT

• Experience with financial systems including SAP Blackline and Microsoft Suite of products

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications):

• Strong work ethic self-motivated willing to Roll-up your sleeves to drive and deliver results meet deadlines and improve processes

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Strong organizational interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively across functional teams

• Excellent English skills both written and verbal. Additional languages is a plus

• A desire to be part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative.

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth transformational company that is Bold Relentless Curious and Collaborative

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.

• Quality healthcare and insurance benefits
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts to create your own pathway to well-being
• Free premium access to fitness nutrition and mindfulness classes
• Family planning and adoption benefits
• Generous paid time off including vacation bank holidays volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savingsandinvestments
• Location-specific perks and extras!

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform theinfrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission values and mindsets every day our peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients our employees the environment and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

As we build our company we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation teamwork and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn contribute and make a meaningful impact.

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine we invite you to visit to learn more about our current opportunities.

Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day please apply!

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry or citizenship ethnicity disability military or protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital or familial status or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at .

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