About this Indirect Tax Senior Manager role at Cadence Design Systems
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
The Opportunity
Cadence is looking for an Indirect Tax Senior Manager to serve as a senior individual contributor and subject-matter expert for U.S. indirect tax matters. This role will be a key contributor to our response to indirect tax legislative updates and of a scalable, automated compliance model as jurisdictions continue to expand their digital product taxation. This role reports to the Indirect Tax Director and has one report.
This is a high-impact, hands-on role for someone who combines deep technical indirect tax knowledge with strong command of tax engines, ERP integration, and data alongside compliance. You will work on tax matters with the support of the indirect tax assistant manager, partner closely with Finance, IT, Legal, Billing, and Sales Operations, and advise the Tax leadership team directly on key issues.
The focus of this role will primarily be on North American Indirect Taxes (United States and Canada), extension to Global Indirect Tax matters may be considered based on relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Compliance. Oversee the management of the end-to-end sales and use tax compliance process across U.S. jurisdictions, including registrations, returns, payments, audits, and exemption certificate management, working with internal teams and outside providers. Compliance includes but is not limited to indirect tax routine compliance, gross receipts tax compliance, property tax, business licenses and registrations, and other indirect tax compliance as may be applicable.
- Tax technology. Assist management with the implementation of the tax technology roadmap, including the tax engine implementation project, ERP/billing integration, product tax code mapping, rate and rule updates, and returns automation. Apply requirements, assist with testing, and help with the coordinated rollout with IT and Finance Systems.
- Process improvement. Identify and deliver automation, analytics, and data-quality improvements that reduce manual effort and strengthen control, including reconciliation of the sales and use tax liability accounts to the general ledger.
- Audit defense. Lead the response to state audits and notices, including information requests, defense positions, and resolution.
- Controls and governance. Maintain effective controls, documentation, and SOX readiness for indirect tax processes; support Internal Audit and external auditors.
- Business advisory. Provide clear guidance on taxability, contract structuring, and new products and pricing models. Communicate risks, exposures, and recommendations to Tax and Finance leadership.
- Financial reporting. Support indirect tax provision, reserves, and exposure analysis, including monthly and quarterly close activities.
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of progressive sales and use tax experience in a corporate tax department, public accounting, or a Big 4 / national consulting firm.
- Demonstrated experience with tax technology: tax determination and compliance platforms (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, Sovos, or similar) and ERP/billing systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Salesforce).
- Working knowledge of state taxation of software, SaaS, and digital goods, with experience in product taxability analysis and exemption certificate processes.
- Ability to own complex projects independently and work with cross-functional partners
- Strong analytical skills and comfort with large data sets, including Excel and reporting or BI tools; ability to translate tax rules into system requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- CMI, CPA, JD, MST, or equivalent advanced credential.
- Experience in a software, technology, or SaaS environment
- Experience leading tax technology implementations or ERP migrations.
- Familiarity with SOX controls for indirect tax and with managing state audits.
The annual salary range for California is $150,500 to $279,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
