Director of International Information Reporting Strategy

Posted:
10/25/2024, 6:53:15 AM

Location(s):
New York, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Workplace Type:
On-site

Company

Founded in 2018 by CPAs, tax attorneys, and software developers, TaxBit is creating an entirely new category to enable widespread compliant adoption of digital assets for the global economy. TaxBit’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform streamlines and automates customers’ tax reporting and accounting activities for digital assets. 

Trusted by leading crypto, tech, and traditional enterprises, Big 4 accounting firms, and government agencies (including the IRS), TaxBit solves compliance challenges at scale amidst an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. TaxBit is backed by leading Silicon Valley VCs with teams located in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Washington, D.C.

Opportunity for Impact

TaxBit is seeking an experienced leader to serve as the Director of Tax Solutions Strategy - Europe. Reporting to the VP of Tax Solutions, you will own the development and corresponding operational execution for laying the foundation for the continued expansion of TaxBit’s Tax Enterprise’s Information Reporting Suite across Europe. You will be responsible for, working alongside the broader go to market Europe based team, as well as the development of the product in areas such as DAC8, CARF, and CESOP.  

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in global information reporting in traditional finance as well as the digital asset industry. The candidate would also have extensive knowledge of the digital asset industry and technical concepts. They should have a proven track record for understanding tax technical requirements and regulations, and developing the corresponding strategy for the product development as well as formulating and enabling the go to market strategy for optimum enterprise adoption. 

Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute product strategies that lay the groundwork for TaxBit as the leader in information reporting in digital assets in the region for new regulatory needs such as DAC8, CARF and CESOP. 
  • Engage directly with our sales and business development team to execute the go to market expansion strategy, developing enablement materials and providing the necessary tax subject matter expertise training for new regulations. 
  • Represent TaxBit at digital asset and information reporting events, both in-person and virtual across Europe. 
  • Forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments and consistently deliver against that forecast
  • Engage directly with prospects, with particular focus on accelerating or expanding the largest and/or most strategic deals for TaxBit
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with partners, with a specific emphasis on growing that partner business and increasing high-quality lead flow
  • Engage with Product and Subject Matter Expert team in the US and Europe to digest tax information reporting regulations, and assist with  product development for Europe related products within Information Reporting. 

Professional Qualifications

  • 3-5 years experience in digital assets 
  • 8-10 years of experience working in public accounting or industry with IRS rules, tax information reporting regulations, and guidance related to all types of tax information reporting and tax withholding 
  • Knowledge of processes used to satisfy IRS tax reporting requirements both in the US and Europe
  • Degree in accounting or law 
  • CPA or JD certification
  • Proficiency with Excel
  • Deep understanding of the global regulatory environment as it pertains to digital assets, financial services, and/or regulatory risk
  • Track record of top performance and a history of carrying and exceeding team/region/ company business goals
  • Ability to understand complex technical requirements; assist in crafting solutions across multiple products 
  • Strong presentation, white-boarding, and communication skills, particularly for in-person meetings with multiple stakeholders
  • Proven ability to lead complex negotiations involving bespoke commercial agreements
  • Ability to operate in a highly ambiguous and fast-paced environment and to maintain a high level of productivity, manage multiple competing priorities and work effectively under the pressure of time constraints
  • Strong interest in financial compliance technology and a deep understanding of the space
  • Some domain expertise in tax, compliance, and/or accounting is strongly desired, though not required.

Personal Characteristics 

  • Hands-on doer - understand the bigger picture while masterfully executing the details
  • Eloquent communicator - Translate TaxBit’s value proposition to potential enterprise and public sector clients; connect ideas within and across departments internally
  • Connector - Expert networker and relationship-builder, building trust through interactions
  • Empathetic learner and problem-solver - demonstrate creativity and adaptability in finding solutions externally with potentially as well as with internal stakeholders
  • Results-oriented critical thinker - understands region-specific needs landscape vs. TaxBit’s product capabilities; takes data-driven approach to taking smart risks and unlocking growth
  • Optimistic realist - belief in TaxBit’s mission, products and their necessary place in the market, balanced with being firmly planted in evolving reality
  • People coach and mentor - ability to invest in developing new and/or more junior employees as TaxBit expands; potential to build a strong, high-performing team in the future

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive cash compensation (based on experience)
  • Equity (RSUs)
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Discretionary Time Off - enjoy the flexibility to rest, refuel, and recharge 
  • Paid parental leave to bond with your child 
  • Fertility Benefit 
  • Autonomous work and flexibility in how work is performed

TaxBit in the News 

Corp Press
Forbes America's Best Startup Employers
Deloitte Top 10 Fast 500 Award
Forbes FinTech 50

Recent Product Announcements
TaxBit Announces AI Enabled Rules Engine for Crypto Accounting
TaxBit Launches DAC7 Compliance Solution for Digital Marketplaces
TaxBit Introduces The First Enterprise-Grade Legal Entity Support Solution for Digital Assets
TaxBit Launches Innovative CESOP Reporting Solution for Digital Assets

TB Thought-Leadership Pieces 
Fortune - Future of Finance
NASDAQ - How Regulation and Technology Are Bridging the Gap Between Tradfi and Crypto
Future of Finance Roundtable Event (Video)
Coindesk - The Tax Implications of Sam Bankman-Fried’s Conviction
Fox Business - AI tools streamlining accounting workflows and opening capacity for innovation
Bloomberg Tax - Is Anyone Paying State Taxes on Bitcoin and NFTs? (Podcast)

Alliance/ Partner Announcements
IRS Taps TaxBit to Audit Bulk Crypto Transactions
EY to Collaborate With TaxBit on Digital Asset Tax Reporting
TaxBit and KPMG LLP Announce Alliance to Assist Digital Asset Companies Amid Market and Regulatory Uncertainty
Deloitte and TaxBit Form Alliance to Meet Exponential Market Demand for Digital Asset

Disclaimers

  • By submitting an application for this role, you certify that the information contained in the application is correct to the best of your knowledge. You understand that to falsify information is grounds for refusing to hire you, or for discharge should you be hired. 
  • Employment with the Company is at will unless otherwise stated in a written agreement signed by the CEO of the Company.  This means that either the Company or the employee can terminate the employment at any time and for any reason, with or without notice.