Group Tax Director

Okx
Hong Kong +1 more
Remote

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level professionals with global tax expertise who can lead cross-regional initiatives and navigate complex regulatory environments in crypto and fintech.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 12–15+ years of international tax experience and leadership in multinational organizations
    — “At least 12–15+ years of relevant experience in international and group tax, with proven leadership within a multinational organization and/or Big 4.
  • Professionals who can shape group tax policy and respond to evolving global legislation
    — “Shape group policy and strategy in response to new global tax legislation (including crypto/digital economy developments)
  • Individuals with proven mastery across global tax regulations and financial management modules
    — “Technically strong with deep group-level mastery across global tax regulations, with proven experience delivering results across 4+ financial management modules.
  • Candidates fluent in Mandarin and capable of communicating effectively with executive stakeholders
    — “Proficiency in English as a working language and fluency in Mandarin, in order to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking executive stakeholders.

Things to consider

  • Candidates should be prepared to lead and defend tax strategies globally
    — “Lead enterprise engagements with tax authorities and tax consultants globally on group tax matters
  • The position involves leading complex, non-predictable tax issues across multiple departments
    — “solving difficult non-predictable issues within finance and other departments

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in shaping tax policy and responding to new legislation
    — “Shape group policy and strategy in response to new global tax legislation
  • Emphasize leadership in cross-regional tax compliance and automation implementation
    — “Drive cross-regional implementation and governance of tax determination engines
  • Showcase ability to mentor teams and promote standardized solutions cross-functionally
    — “Must demonstrate willingness to be hands-on, mentor teams, and promote standardized solution plans cross-functionally
  • Demonstrate technical strength in global tax regulations and financial modules
    — “Technically strong with deep group-level mastery across global tax regulations
  • Demonstrate fluency in Mandarin and ability to brief executive stakeholders effectively
    — “Proficiency in English as a working language and fluency in Mandarin
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · CompanyLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • 12–15+ years of relevant experience in international and group tax
  • Proven leadership within a multinational organization
  • Deep group-level mastery across global tax regulations
  • Experience leading global tax strategy and compliance in digital or financial services
Typical background
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Law, Economics, or TaxationMaster’s in Tax, LL.M., or professional qualification (CPA, CA, CTA)

Skills & requirements

Required

Global TaxTax ComplianceTax Controversy DefenseTax Policy And StrategyTax Risk MatrixTax Determination EnginesTax Automation ToolsTax Processes And Sops

Preferred

Crypto-specific TaxesDigital Economy Developments

Stack & domain

Global TaxPillar TwoIndirect TaxDirect TaxTransfer PricingDstsCrypto-specific TaxesFinancial Tax Management SystemsGlobal Tax ComplianceGlobal Tax Controversy Defense StrategiesGroup Policy And StrategyNew Global Tax LegislationGroup Tax Risk MatrixFinancial Tax RisksGroup-wide Tax InitiativesTax Processes And SopsTax Determination EnginesAutomation ToolsGlobal Tax Compliance ReportingCbcrPillar 2ProactiveStrategicIndependentHands-onMentor TeamsPromote Standardized Solution PlansCPACACTAFinanceTaxation

About the role

Original posting from Okx via Greenhouse

Who We Are

At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom.

OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves.

Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er. OKX is part of OKG, a group that brings the value of Blockchain to users around the world, through our leading products OKX, OKX Wallet, OKLink and more.

What You’ll Be Doing

Be the Group subject matter expert for Global Tax (Pillar Two, Indirect Tax, Direct Tax, Transfer Pricing, DSTs, and crypto-specific taxes) and provide clear, timely, and strategic guidance to executive stakeholders and other departments on complex financial and tax-related issues.

Direct regional and cross-regional financial tax management systems, providing oversight of global tax compliance to ensure proper collection, controls, and reporting across 4+ financial management modules.

Lead enterprise engagements with tax authorities and tax consultants globally on group tax matters, and direct global tax controversy defense strategies.

Shape group policy and strategy in response to new global tax legislation (including crypto/digital economy developments), evaluate its group-wide implications, and brief executive leadership and the wider business as appropriate.

Be proactive in establishing the group tax risk matrix, identifying financial tax risks/opportunities, solving difficult non-predictable issues within finance and other departments, and developing actionable corporate strategies.

Spearhead group-wide tax initiatives, implementing best-in-class tax processes and SOPs while refining common team challenges into standardized solutions and promoting them internally.

Drive cross-regional implementation and governance of tax determination engines and automation tools for key group tax compliance reporting (Indirect Tax, CbCR, Pillar 2).

What We Look For In You

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Law, Economics, or Taxation; Master’s in Tax, LL.M., or professional qualification (CPA, CA, CTA) strongly preferred.  

At least 12–15+ years of relevant experience in international and group tax, with proven leadership within a multinational organization and/or Big 4.

Technically strong with deep group-level mastery across global tax regulations, with proven experience delivering results across 4+ financial management modules.

Experience leading global tax strategy and compliance in digital or financial services; crypto/fintech exposure is a strong plus.

Ability to solve difficult, complex financial and tax issues in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and evolving environment, extending solution frameworks to non-finance departments.

Be proactive, strategic, and able to direct cross-regional financial systems independently.

Must demonstrate willingness to be hands-on, mentor teams, and promote standardized solution plans cross-functionally.  

Proficiency in English as a working language and fluency in Mandarin, in order to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking executive stakeholders.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development

Various team building programs and company events

Wellness and meal allowances 

Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependants

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Source: Okx careers (Greenhouse)

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