Senior Tax Analyst

Chainlink is the industry standard oracle network for connecting smart contracts to the real world. With Chainlink, developers can build hybrid smart contracts that combine on-chain code with an extensive collection of secure off-chain services powered by Decentralized Oracle Networks. Managed by a global, decentralized community of hundreds of thousands of people, Chainlink is introducing a fairer model for contracts. Its network currently secures billions of dollars in value for smart contracts across the decentralized finance (DeFi), insurance, and gaming ecosystems, among others. The full vision of the Chainlink Network can be found in the Chainlink 2.0 whitepaper. Chainlink is trusted by hundreds of organizations—from global enterprises to projects at the forefront of the blockchain economy—to deliver definitive truth via secure, reliable data.

Chainlink has already experienced huge success in its core verticals and is poised for a rapid expansion into new use cases. Our ambitions are limitless, and we believe this open-source technology can and will change the world.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team and be a part of the rapidly evolving and exciting blockchain industry. In this position, you will work directly with our Tax Manager to support the organization’s tax compliance and planning strategy. This role is a great opportunity to apply your international tax knowledge to deal with novel and cutting-edge tax cases in the blockchain space.

Your Impact:

• Lead the effort of gathering data and assist with the review for all tax filings, including US federal, state, local, and foreign local tax returns
• Prepare global tax provision, reconcile tax accounts, assist with the statutory audit of income tax provision as needed
• Support the development of transfer pricing policies, the respective intercompany accounting, transfer pricing adjustments calculations
• Perform tax research on various tax issues, including US international tax, corporate and partnership tax, tax treaties, transfer pricing, and tax legislation updates etc.
• Document and maintain appropriate audit ready tax workpapers, processes and procedures
• Able to effectively and efficiently partner with internal stakeholders (including, but not limited to, Finance/ Accounting, FP&A, Legal and HR)
• Assist with managing external advisor and budget
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Assist with tax planning efforts and other duties / special projects as assigned, and support tax audits as needed
• Support the implementation of ERP system and tax software as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance / Accounting, CPA preferred
• 4+ years of relevant senior tax experience in hands-on US corporate and international tax compliance and tax operational experience
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines and multiple projects and responsibilities timely and effectively, excellent attention to detail
• Take ownership of all tasks assigned
• Willing to grow in a startup environment, open-mindedness and adaptability
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, ERP experience
• Curiosity and a genuine interest in cryptocurrency and blockchain industries, industry specific tax compliance matters is preferred but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude, work ethic, resourcefulness, and flexibility

At Chainlink Labs, we’re committed to the key operating principles of ownership, focus, and open dialogue. We practice complete ownership, where everyone goes the extra mile to own outcomes into success. We understand that unflinching focus is a superpower and is how we channel our activity into technological achievements for the benefit of our entire ecosystem. We embrace open dialogue and critical feedback to arrive at an accurate and truthful picture of reality that promotes both personal and organizational growth.

Chainlink is the industry standard oracle network for connecting smart contracts to the real world. With Chainlink, developers can build hybrid smart contracts that combine on-chain code with an extensive collection of secure off-chain services powered by Decentralized Oracle Networks. Managed by a global, decentralized community of hundreds of thousands of people, Chainlink is introducing a fairer model for contracts. Its network currently secures billions of dollars in value for smart contracts across the decentralized finance (DeFi), insurance, and gaming ecosystems, among others. The full vision of the Chainlink Network can be found in the Chainlink 2.0 whitepaper. Chainlink is trusted by hundreds of organizations—from global enterprises to projects at the forefront of the blockchain economy—to deliver definitive truth via secure, reliable data.

We are a fully distributed team and have the tools and benefits to support you in your remote work environment.