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Cognex

Robot type
Robotics
Location
NatickMassachusettsUSA
Job type
Business Operations
Posted
Sep 28, 2026
Full-time

Tax Manager

Job description

Company Overview: Cognex is the world’s leading provider of vision systems, software, sensors, and industrial barcode readers used in manufacturing automation. Our technology helps companies improve product quality, eliminate production errors, reduce manufacturing costs, and exceed consumer expectations for high-quality products at an affordable price. Typical applications include defect detection, production line monitoring, assembly robot guidance, and part tracking, sorting, and identification. Cognex serves an international customer base from offices throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and through a global network of integration and distribution partners.

Job responsibilities

  • Perform quarterly forecast and year-end tax accounting computations, including analysis of key international tax aspects such as GILTI with review and coordination from the Senior Tax Manager, Global Tax Reporting (30%…
  • Assist in implementing special projects, including tax planning, M&A, and corporate initiatives (28% of time)
  • Lead management of all US federal and state tax compliance with coordination and review from the Senior Tax Manager, Global Tax Reporting, and the Senior Tax Manager, International Tax (17,% of time)
  • Lead sales and use tax compliance and controversy (10% of time)
  • Manage and support Federal and State tax audits (15% of time)
  • Monitor tax legislation and assess its impact on the company with high visibility, providing regular updates and reports to senior management
  • Promote new ideas and innovative planning opportunities using artificial intelligence

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MST preferred
  • Proven experience with US GAAP ASC 740 and corporate tax compliance, with exposure to international tax issues such as GILTI and FDII computations and a basic understanding of transfer pricing principles
  • Experience creating multi-year tax models is a plus
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in tax accounting, preferably in a combination global publicly traded companies and Big Four accounting firms
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely
  • Superior attention to detail and ability to highlight unexpected results
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities within deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; experience with Thomson Reuters OneSource Provision software is advantageous

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