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Senior Tax Associate / Tax Manager, Indirect Tax

Cohere · San Francisco, CA · 2 wk ago
RemoteRemoteFinanceFull-time

Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products designed to solve real-world business problems. We train and deploy frontier models for enterprises building AI systems, driving widespread adoption of AI. Our team consists of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, all passionate about their craft. Headquartered in Toronto, we have key offices in London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin, and Seoul.

About The Role

Cohere is seeking an Indirect Tax Sr. Associate / Tax Manager to manage global indirect tax compliance, strategy, and reporting, with a focus on VAT/GST and sales tax in Canada, the U.S., and other key markets. You will manage tax audits, optimize processes, collaborate cross-functionally, and implement strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end indirect tax compliance, including filings, registrations, and remittances for global VAT/GST and U.S. sales and use tax.
  • Streamline tax workflows, leverage tax automation tools and AI, and enhance data governance to improve efficiency.
  • Develop and implement indirect tax strategies aligned with Cohere’s business growth, product offerings (e.g., SaaS, AI services, Sovereign AI), and international expansion.
  • Manage responses to tax audits and inquiries from authorities.
  • Identify and mitigate tax risks, ensuring alignment with global tax regulations and internal policies.
  • Address digital services taxes and electronic services implications.
  • Partner with Finance, Legal, and Product teams to assess tax impacts of new initiatives, contracts, and market entries.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of indirect tax experience, with experience in multinational environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience in Indirect Tax.
  • Deep knowledge of U.S. and/or Canadian indirect tax laws, and familiarity with principles of global indirect tax regimes.
  • Prior experience in technology/SaaS.
  • Experience with tax automation software (e.g., Vertex, Avalara) preferred.
  • Strong analytical ability to interpret tax regulations, model scenarios, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success in managing projects in fast-paced, global settings.

Benefits

  • A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency.
  • Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
  • RRSP matching, 401K, or Pension Scheme.
  • 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months for either parent.
  • Annual enrichment benefits: Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
  • Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
  • 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days).
  • Budget for traveling to other offices if remote, plus an annual company offsite.
  • $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace.
  • Co-working benefit for remote employees to work alongside others in their city.

Schedule

This is a full-time role. Cohere is remote-friendly, with offices in Toronto, London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin, and Seoul.

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