Senior Tax Associate / Tax Manager, Indirect Tax
At a glance
Senior Tax role at Cohere. San Francisco · full-time · $130,000–$180,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run global VAT/GST and U.S. sales and use tax filings, registrations and payments
- Improve tax workflows by using automation and AI tools and strengthening data governance
- Shape indirect tax plans around new products, business growth and entry into international markets
- Handle tax authority audits and inquiries, while spotting and reducing compliance risks
- Work with Finance, Legal and Product on the tax effects of new initiatives, contracts and market launches
What you bring
- Three to five years of indirect tax work, including experience in multinational settings
- A bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, or experience focused on indirect tax
- Strong knowledge of U.S. or Canadian indirect tax rules and familiarity with global tax principles
- Background in technology or SaaS, plus the ability to analyze regulations and explain findings
Who this fits
This senior associate or manager role suits someone who can own indirect tax compliance and coordinate work across global teams. The role is based in San Francisco and is listed as hybrid.
From the employer
Who are we?
Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products that are designed to solve real-world business problems.
We’re training and deploying frontier models for enterprises who are building AI systems. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI and we are looking for folks that want to be part of that.
We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are all passionate about their craft.
We are a global technology company headquartered in Toronto with key offices in London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul. Join us!
About the Role
Cohere is seeking an Indirect Tax Sr. Associate / Tax Manager to manage global indirect tax compliance, strategy, and reporting, focusing on VAT/GST and sales tax in Canada, the U.S., and other key markets. You’ll manage tax audits, optimize processes, collaborate cross-functionally, drive process and efficiency initiatives, and implement strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end indirect tax compliance, including filings, registrations, and remittances for global VAT/GST, and US 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 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.
Full-Time Employees at Cohere enjoy these Perks:
A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
RRSP matching, 401K, 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 you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
How and Where We Work:
Cohere is remote-friendly, but we also have offices in Toronto, London, New York City, San Francisco, Montreal, Paris, Berlin and Seoul with more opening soon.
For those in the office: a daily lunch program, plenty of snacks, and regular community and social events.
For those not near an office: a co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city.
Everyone receives a $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly.
If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment for all; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.
We may use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants against the criteria for this position. This helps our recruiters identify potentially qualified candidates, but it doesn't limit the applications our recruiters may review or consider.
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