Bruce Handa
About Bruce Handa
Bruce Handa is the Head of Tax at Arcus Biosciences, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in tax management, having held positions at Informatica, Ernst & Young, Novellus Systems, and Theravance Biopharma.
Current Role at Arcus Biosciences
Bruce Handa serves as the Head of Tax at Arcus Biosciences, a position he has held since 2022. He operates from Hayward, California, where he oversees the company's tax strategy and compliance. His role involves managing tax-related matters to ensure adherence to regulations and optimizing the tax position of the organization.
Previous Experience at Informatica
Before joining Arcus Biosciences, Bruce Handa worked at Informatica as the Domestic Tax Director for 11 months in 2015 to 2016. Based in Redwood City, California, he was responsible for managing domestic tax issues and strategies during his tenure at the company.
Professional Background at Ernst & Young
Bruce Handa has extensive experience at Ernst & Young, where he held the position of Senior Tax Manager from 1996 to 2005 and again from 2009 to 2015. During his time there, he developed expertise in tax management and compliance, contributing to various client projects in San Jose, California.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Bruce Handa studied at San Diego State University, where he earned a Master of Science in Taxation from 1993 to 1995. He also attended San Jose State University for his undergraduate studies. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in tax law and financial management.
Career History at Novellus Systems, Inc.
Bruce Handa's career includes multiple roles at Novellus Systems, Inc. He served as a Senior Tax Manager from 2005 to 2007 and briefly worked as a Manufacturing Controller in 2007. His experience at Novellus contributed to his understanding of tax implications in manufacturing and corporate finance.