tax research & Planning managerKraken

About Kraken
Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. In our first decade, Kraken has risen to become one of the largest, most successful and respected crypto exchanges in the world.
We are changing the way the world thinks about finance and our range of successful products are playing a critical role in the mainstream adoption of crypto assets. We continue to trail-blaze into new territory with the introduction of Kraken Bank, providing a more seamless integration between crypto and the traditional financial system. This makes us the first crypto company (ever) to be awarded a U.S. state banking charter.
Our diverse group of 2,000+ Krakenites are distributed all over the world, united by a shared passion for delighting customers, upholding crypto values and achieving our meaningful mission. We attract people who push themselves to improve, are radically transparent and think differently in order to unlock their potential.
Crypto is a rapidly evolving industry and we're just getting started. We're growing fast and you're invited to join the revolution!
About the role:
This critical role as the Tax Research & Planning Manager will work closely with the Tax Leadership, interact regularly with other finance professionals and have a view into cross functional projects. The issues you will address will be interesting and keep you on "your toes" as the company is growing quickly, expanding into new markets and products and grappling with novel issues in the area of cryptocurrency taxation.
What you'll do
Interpret and analyze existing income tax guidance and apply to complex tax matters in the developing cryptocurrency arena
Support the Head of Tax Planning & Controversy by carrying out deep and detailed technical tax research in areas of tax planning, including income taxes, indirect taxes and other taxes, as matters arise
Remain current with the latest tax news and proactively identify areas of tax risk and opportunities and communicate opinions to Tax leadership
Support the planning process to see changes through until final implementation
Bring greater efficiency to the execution of projects, processes, as well as in coordinating and managing cross-team collaborations
Ensure and evolve research methods and bring uniformity to research documentation
Participate in other tax projects as necessary to assure that tax reporting and compliance is accurate and technically correct
Support M&A transactions, partnerships, product development and other company initiatives when appropriate
Who you are
Strong tax technical knowledge of US corporate income tax (federal and state), and US international tax (e.g. GILTI, subpart F, foreign tax credits, FDII etc.)
Exposure to local income taxes and non-income taxes (e.g., VAT, GST, etc.) in Europe, APAC and Canada
Minimum 5-7 years of experience in income tax planning, compliance and hands on experience in implementation of tax strategies
Experience with tax controversy matters, including income tax examinations, audits and appeals
Provide technical support for quantitative modeling of anticipated tax consequences of various business initiatives
Passionate about tax and willingness to "dive deep" on new global tax developments to determine impact to the Company
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor's degree and either CPA (or equivalent) or law degree; Masters in Tax or LL.M. preferred
We're powered by people from around the world with their own unique backgrounds and experiences. We value all Krakenites and their talents, contributions, and perspectives.
Check out all our open roles at https://www.kraken.com/careers. We're excited to see what you're made of.
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