Tax Analyst

• Responsible for executing the annual reporting including data gathering, validation checks, file preparations and uploads, timely distribution of forms, including but not limited to Forms 1099, 1042-S, Tax returns 1042, 945 and 1120-F, 8966 (FATCA) and CRS reporting
• Own the customer Tax Report queue including escalations to vendors and to internal technical support as per the designated processes.
• Tax withholding procedures - daily, weekly, monthly and yearly procedures, including tax payment calculations, reconciliations, adjustments and corrections.
• Address the escalations of customer related tax inquiries and serve as a member of the subject matter expert team associated with FATCA, CRS and QI reporting
• Assist in determining the tax implications for our crypto products, such as forks, staking, transfers, and sales and initiate and support process enhancements collaborating with customer-facing teams, product, and dev ops as related to crypto tax reporting
• Assist with liaising with customer facing regional managers and potential local tax partners for the eToro tax partner program and maintaining relationships with partners – including monthly calls and webinars
• Coordinate communications with other internal departments as per the designated processes.
• Maintain standard operating procedures
• Report and work closely to the Tax Operations Manager & assist with the overall conduct of the Group Tax Compliance Program

• 3+ years – Working in the financial services industry or accounting / audit firm. Preferably in a broker dealer, crypto or payments environment, with an emphasis on retail tax reporting. Big 4 public accounting firms experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• Direct working experience in informational tax reporting – in financial services (bank, brokerage, payment processing) preferred
• Possess knowledge of the CRS, FATCA and QI compliance framework as well as IRS and other tax authorities regulations that govern cost basis, tax documentation, withholding and information reporting regulations (i.e. 1099 reporting, Forms W9 and W8 series, backup withholding and NRA)
• General understanding of the FinTec industry, broker dealer, and crypto businesses
• Strong self-starter with ability to work independently
• Solid communication and analytical skills with the ability to develop effective relationships with external and internal partners
• Ability to effectively manage several priorities and adapt to a fast changing environment
• Knowledge of international tax laws and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office and Google workspace tools
• Data analysis skills, including the use of vlookup formulas and PIVOT tables
• Team player, open minded and willingness to learn and take initiative and ownership
• Strong sense of professionalism, organizational and analytical skills
• Detail oriented and focused
• Fluent in English (read, write and speak)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Cryptocurrency, foreign exchange, and securities market industry experience
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology and mechanics
• Retail customer experience

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