Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manages the preparation and review of quarterly and annual U.S. federal, state, and local tax provisions and ensure they are in accordance with U.S. GAAP/ASC 740.
• Leads compliance efforts of all tax accounting controls and documentation requirements.
• Assists with various aspects of ASC 740 - Accounting for Uncertainties in Income Taxes, including review of tax position memos and FIN 48 requirements.
• Manages the preparation and review of the U.S. federal and state tax returns.
• Manage outsourced tax returns and R& D tax credit calculation.
• Reviews quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments.
• Provides coordination and management of federal and state tax audits.
• Assists with research and writing internal reports on various topics to support the Company's tax positions.
• Identifies critical tax risks, understand business, regulatory, and finance imperatives, and assist in developing and implementing appropriate tax strategies aligned with Company's objectives.
• Assists with continuous process improvements and integration of various aspects of the tax function to achieve optimal efficiency, effective controls, and quality.
• Develops and maintains relationships throughout the finance organization to increase understanding of the business and keep current with transactions and/or other changes/activities that may affect the tax results.
• Assists with preparation of tax rate forecasts.
• Supports tax planning initiatives, credits & incentives opportunities, and special projects such as business acquisitions and divestitures and provide analysis of specific tax impacts; Responding to questions from the business, monitoring tax law changes and participating in business process change initiatives.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA preferred
• Corptax experience a must, power user preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm with prior ASC 740 and federal and state income tax compliance required
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local income tax laws and regulations
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, perform tax research, and provide actionable recommendations in the context of both direct and indirect taxes
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in tax software and MS Office suite, particularly Excel (Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, Vlookups and creating custom formulas), Teams, and Outlook.
• Experience with Oracle, Essbase, Smart View, SAGE Fixed Assets, and Alteryx a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to lead others preferred
• Desire to learn and develop skills
• Positive attitude and a good team player

Working Conditions

• This position will report to an office environment

Physical Requirements

• The physical requirements of this position are consistent with an office role - sitting, typing, writing, monitor use

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.The Tax Manager will work with internal and external resources in the preparation of the Company's quarterly and annual tax provision, U.S. tax filing obligations, tax planning and M& A transactions. This role will be responsible for all aspects of federal, state, and local income tax compliance. The candidate must have strong communication skills, oral and written, with the ability to work effectively with outside consultants and individuals throughout the organization. The Tax Manager will be highly motivated, results oriented and be able to work independently.