Compliance Lead

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Hike Code 📝( Our core cultural values )

The Hike Code is our cultural operating system. It is our set of values that guides us operationally on a day-to-day basis. We have 9 core values:

• Top Talent in Every Role → Both a quest for greatness & shared values are important to us 🦸‍♂️
• Owner not a Renter → Proactive & radically responsible. Everyone is an owner 🤝
• Pro-Sports Team → Strength-based, results driven with a \"team-first\" attitude ⚽️
• Customer Obsession → We exist to delight our customers 😃
• Think Deeply & Exercise Good Judgement → Clear mind, obsession to simplify & data-informed 🙇‍♀️
• Build & Make Magic → Courage to walk into the unknown and pioneer new fronts 🙀
• Be Insatiably curious & keep Improving → Curiosity to acquire new perspectives, quickly 👨‍🏫
• Move Fast & Be Dynamic→ Ruthless prioritization & move fast 🙋‍♂️
• Dream Big, Be Bold & Think Long Term → Courage to climb big mountains 🚀

Skills & experience we're looking for 👨‍💻

• Minimum 7+ years of specialized experience in tax compliance, advisory, and regulatory frameworks across diverse industries I Top Talent in Every Role 
• Prior exposure to multi-jurisdictional tax environments, preferably covering India, the U.S., and international operationsI Build & Make Magic
• Experience with Transfer Pricing documentation specifically for Indian income tax compliance ITop Talent in Every Role 
• Experience in gaming, fintech, or digital services industriesITop Talent in Every Role 
• Knowledge of cryptocurrency taxation and virtual asset reporting requirements ITop Talent in Every Role 
• Familiarity with tax compliance software (TaxJar, other tax filing systems)IBe Insatiably curious & keep Improving
• Understanding of real money gaming taxation and compliance frameworks ITop Talent in Every Role 
• Experience implementing tax compliance processes in scaling organizationsIBuild & Make Magic
• Advanced degree or specialization in International TaxationITop Talent in Every Role 
• Strong background in high-growth, dynamic, and scaling organizations — experience setting up tax processes from scratch is a plusIOwner not a Renter
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product, and external advisors in navigating tax and compliance complexitiesIPro-Sports Team
• Experience at Big4 (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC) or other top-tier accounting/consulting firmsITop Talent in Every Role 
• A self-starter mindset with a bias for action, keen attention to detail, and strong ownership for accuracy and timely delivery in high-stakes environmentsI Owner not a Renter

You will 📲

Operations Oversee all aspects of tax compliance across our multi-jurisdictional operations, including

• Indian tax requirements: TDS returns, GST filings, tax audits, ITR filing, and IT/GST assessments
• US tax obligations: State sales tax returns, 1099 filings, withholding tax compliance
• International tax considerations: Transfer pricing documentation, international withholding requirements
• Cryptocurrency-related tax compliance for stable coin integration and alternative payment solutions

Operations Ensure timely and accurate preparation of all statutory tax filings and returns

Analytics Develop standardized processes for tax data collection, validation, and reporting

Strategy Stay current on tax law changes and assess their impact on business operations

Strategy Provide strategic tax planning guidance to optimize the company's tax position

Strategy Analyze tax implications of new business initiatives and product launches

Strategy Research and implement tax-efficient structures for cross-border operations

Leadership Develop tax risk assessment frameworks and mitigation strategies

Leadership Advise leadership on tax considerations for business decisions and growth plans

Operations Ensure compliance with gaming-specific tax regulations in all jurisdictions

Strategy Monitor changes in tax legislation relevant to real money gaming operations

Leadership Coordinate with external tax advisors on complex compliance matters

Leadership Represent the company during tax assessments and inquiries from authorities

Operations Maintain documentation of all tax positions and supporting materials

Leadership Design scalable tax compliance frameworks that can grow with the business

Analytics Identify opportunities for automation in tax compliance processes

Operations:Document standard operating procedures for all tax-related activities

Analytics Evaluate and recommend tax compliance technologies and solutions

Analytics Build processes to ensure tax compliance data integrity across systems

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