Compliance Lead

Summary

Join Hike and become a key member of our team, overseeing all aspects of tax compliance across our multi-jurisdictional operations. You will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate tax filings, developing standardized processes for tax data collection, and providing strategic tax planning guidance. This role requires extensive experience in tax compliance, advisory, and regulatory frameworks across diverse industries, particularly in gaming, fintech, or digital services. A strong background in high-growth organizations and experience with cryptocurrency taxation is highly beneficial. You will collaborate cross-functionally with various teams and external advisors to navigate tax complexities and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. Hike offers tremendous benefits and perks; check out work.hike.in for more details.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of specialized experience in tax compliance, advisory, and regulatory frameworks across diverse industries
• Prior exposure to multi-jurisdictional tax environments, preferably covering India, the U.S., and international operations
• Experience with Transfer Pricing documentation specifically for Indian income tax compliance
• Experience in gaming, fintech, or digital services industries
• Knowledge of cryptocurrency taxation and virtual asset reporting requirements
• Familiarity with tax compliance software (TaxJar, other tax filing systems)
• Understanding of real money gaming taxation and compliance frameworks
• Experience implementing tax compliance processes in scaling organizations
• Advanced degree or specialization in International Taxation
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Product, and external advisors in navigating tax and compliance complexities
• A self-starter mindset with a bias for action, keen attention to detail, and strong ownership for accuracy and timely delivery in high-stakes environments

Responsibilities

• 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
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of all statutory tax filings and returns
• Develop standardized processes for tax data collection, validation, and reporting
• Stay current on tax law changes and assess their impact on business operations
• Provide strategic tax planning guidance to optimize the company's tax position
• Analyze tax implications of new business initiatives and product launches
• Research and implement tax-efficient structures for cross-border operations
• Develop tax risk assessment frameworks and mitigation strategies
• Advise leadership on tax considerations for business decisions and growth plans
• Ensure compliance with gaming-specific tax regulations in all jurisdictions
• Monitor changes in tax legislation relevant to real money gaming operations
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on complex compliance matters
• Represent the company during tax assessments and inquiries from authorities
• Maintain documentation of all tax positions and supporting materials
• Design scalable tax compliance frameworks that can grow with the business
• Identify opportunities for automation in tax compliance processes
• Document standard operating procedures for all tax-related activities
• Evaluate and recommend tax compliance technologies and solutions
• Build processes to ensure tax compliance data integrity across systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in high-growth, dynamic, and scaling organizations — experience setting up tax processes from scratch is a plus
• Experience at Big4 (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC) or other top-tier accounting/consulting firms