Tax Platform and Operations Manager

📋 Description

• • Kraken is at the forefront of the cryptocurrency revolution, building the future of digital finance. We are a mission-focused company deeply rooted in crypto values, dedicated to accelerating the global adoption of crypto so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our team, known as Krakenites, is a world-class collective of crypto convictionists, united by a shared passion for discovering and unlocking the immense potential of blockchain technology. For over a decade, Kraken has attracted some of the most talented minds in the crypto space, driven by our unwavering commitment to our mission and ethos. We encourage all prospective candidates to immerse themselves in our Kraken Culture page to gain a comprehensive understanding of our internal culture, values, and mission. Familiarity with the Kraken app is also expected; you can learn how to create an account here.
• • As a fully remote organization, Krakenites are spread across 70 countries, speaking more than 50 languages. We are industry pioneers, developing premium crypto products for a diverse user base, ranging from experienced traders and institutions to newcomers entering the crypto space. Our commitment extends to industry-leading security, comprehensive crypto education, and unparalleled client support, all delivered through our innovative products such as Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures. Join us and be a part of building the future of crypto!
• • *The Role: Tax Platform and Operations Manager**
• • This critical role is integral to the operational backbone of our global tax function. Reporting directly to the Head of Tax, the Tax Platform and Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, scalability, and audit-readiness of our tax calculations, data flows, and reporting processes. You will leverage advanced SQL and Python skills to operationalize complex U.S. international tax computations, including FDII, GILTI, and Subpart F. This role will also support the intricate tracking of crypto cost-basis and financial products, and manage end-to-end data mapping for our OneSource Tax Provision system. This is a hands-on leadership position that ensures our tax operations run with precision, reliability, and efficiency.
• • *Key Responsibilities:**
• • **Own Tax Platform Operations:** Take full ownership of the day-to-day and long-term operational mechanics of Kraken's corporate tax platform, ensuring its continuous improvement and reliability.
• • **Develop and Operationalize Complex Computations:** Design, develop, and implement repeatable, automated calculations for critical U.S. international tax provisions such as FDII, GILTI, and Subpart F. This includes developing and operationalizing transfer pricing computations.
• • **Manage Digital Asset Tax Data:** Oversee and enhance the processes for tracking digital asset cost basis and inventory, with a specific focus on derivatives and other complex financial products, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• • **Enhance Data Pipelines:** Maintain and continuously improve the data pipelines and transformation logic that feed into our OneSource Tax Provision process, ensuring data integrity and efficient processing.
• • **Lead OneSource Data Management:** Drive the data mapping, data cleansing, and reconciliation workflows within the OneSource Tax Provision system, optimizing its performance and accuracy.
• • **Ensure Data Integrity:** Partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Data Engineering, and Product teams to guarantee the integrity of tax-related data across all relevant systems and platforms.
• • **Drive Automation:** Build and implement SQL and Python-based automation solutions to reduce manual effort, enhance accuracy, and strengthen internal controls within the tax function.
• • **Serve as Subject Matter Expert:** Act as the primary point of contact and operational expert for all tax data-related issues, system flows, and reconciliation anomalies.
• • **Manage Cross-Functional Execution:** Lead and coordinate cross-functional efforts for critical quarter-end and year-end tax processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• • **Establish Controls and Documentation:** Develop and implement robust controls, comprehensive documentation, and repeatable processes to support audit readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• • **Mentor and Develop Team:** Provide mentorship and guidance to tax analysts, fostering a culture of operational rigor, continuous learning, and excellence within the tax team.
• • **Collaborate Across Functions:** Work collaboratively with tax and finance leadership, interact regularly with other tax and finance professionals, and engage with various other functions across Kraken to address complex tax issues swiftly and effectively.