Looking to join a world-class blockchain development team? Ava Labs makes it simple to deploy high-performance solutions for Web3, led by innovations on Avalanche. The company was founded by Cornell computer scientists, who partnered with Wall Street veterans and early Web3 leaders to execute a promising vision for redefining the way people build permissionless networks. Ava Labs is redefining the way people create value with Web3. Join us as we empower people to easily and freely digitize all the world’s assets on one open, programmable blockchain platform.
Looking to join a world-class blockchain development organization? Ava Labs builds high-performance infrastructure that makes it simple to deploy Web3 applications on Avalanche. Founded by world-class computer scientists and seasoned operators, Ava Labs is redefining how people create and exchange value using open, programmable blockchain technology.
As Ava Labs continues to scale across software licensing, blockchain infrastructure, and digital asset activity, we are seeking an
In-House Tax Lead
to build and own the company’s in-house tax function. This is a senior, hands‑on individual contributor role for a deeply experienced tax leader who wants true ownership of tax strategy, execution, and risk, without being pulled into large people‑management structures.
The tax function is currently supported by external advisors. This role will bring the majority of tax strategy and expertise in‑house, owning complex decision‑making across a highly dynamic and evolving regulatory environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Tax Strategy & Ownership Fully own and execute Ava Labs’ global tax strategy, bringing responsibility in‑house from external advisors
Define, document, and defend tax positions related to digital assets, blockchain infrastructure, protocol‑related income, and emerging Web3 business models
Act as the internal authority on U.S. federal, state, and international tax considerations, including complex entity structures and transactions
Lead tax input on new business initiatives, product launches, and novel transaction structures, serving as a proactive advisor rather than a reactive reviewer
Design and maintain inter‑company tax policies and ensure alignment across legal agreements and accounting treatment
Support tax aspects of entity formation, restructuring, and wind‑downs
Compliance, Risk & Technical Execution Own oversight of tax compliance and reporting, including coordination with external advisors where appropriate
Manage direct and indirect tax exposure across jurisdictions, with a strong focus on risk identification and mitigation
Lead tax matters related to audits and examinations, including close interaction with auditors
Produce and maintain high‑quality internal technical memos, research, and supporting documentation
Stay ahead of regulatory developments affecting crypto, digital assets, and blockchain‑based businesses
In‑House Advisory & Enablement Serve as a go‑to internal resource for teams exploring new products, structures, or business models
Reduce dependency on external tax firms by building durable internal knowledge and judgment
Balance hands‑on execution with strategic leadership, operating alongside an exceptionally strong peer group in the wider Finance function
WHAT MAKES YOU A GOOD FIT You are a senior tax professional who prefers deep ownership and execution over managing large teams
You are comfortable operating independently and making defensible judgment calls in areas with limited precedent
You enjoy solving novel, complex tax problems in fast‑moving environments
You combine technical depth with commercial pragmatism
You DO NOT see your role as a mere compliance function, and want a seat at the table as a strategic trusted advisor
WHAT YOU WILL BRING Demonstrable, hands‑on experience with cryptocurrency and digital asset taxation
Significant experience in hands on tax roles, ideally within public accounting, crypto tax advisory, or in‑house at complex technology‑driven organizations
Deep expertise in U.S. tax, with experience across state and international tax strongly preferred
Familiarity with cryptocurrency, digital assets, or blockchain‑based business models is highly desirable
Proven experience working with auditors and managing audits and examinations
Ability to personally own tax research, strategy, and execution end to end
Comfort operating as a senior IC in a high‑growth, evolving regulatory environment (**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. NYC metro candidates are required to be in office 2‑3x/week, with exceptions.)
WHY AVA LABS?
If you've ever thought about joining an early stage Web3 company - this is it! We're a global, world‑class team of experts in computer science, economics, finance, marketing, and law with offices in New York City and Miami. We're highly passionate about Web3 and redefining the way people build and use finance and decentralized applications of all kinds. The company received early‑stage funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Initialized Capital, and Polychain Capital, with angel investments from Balaji Srinivasan and Naval Ravikant. Join us and be a pioneer in a new technology that will have implications across a range of verticals such as finance, gaming, investing, collectibles, among many others.
Ava Labs is committed to diversity in the workplace and we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not hire on basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Looking to join a world-class blockchain development organization? Ava Labs builds high-performance infrastructure that makes it simple to deploy Web3 applications on Avalanche. Founded by world-class computer scientists and seasoned operators, Ava Labs is redefining how people create and exchange value using open, programmable blockchain technology.
As Ava Labs continues to scale across software licensing, blockchain infrastructure, and digital asset activity, we are seeking an
In-House Tax Lead
to build and own the company’s in-house tax function. This is a senior, hands‑on individual contributor role for a deeply experienced tax leader who wants true ownership of tax strategy, execution, and risk, without being pulled into large people‑management structures.
The tax function is currently supported by external advisors. This role will bring the majority of tax strategy and expertise in‑house, owning complex decision‑making across a highly dynamic and evolving regulatory environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Tax Strategy & Ownership Fully own and execute Ava Labs’ global tax strategy, bringing responsibility in‑house from external advisors
Define, document, and defend tax positions related to digital assets, blockchain infrastructure, protocol‑related income, and emerging Web3 business models
Act as the internal authority on U.S. federal, state, and international tax considerations, including complex entity structures and transactions
Lead tax input on new business initiatives, product launches, and novel transaction structures, serving as a proactive advisor rather than a reactive reviewer
Design and maintain inter‑company tax policies and ensure alignment across legal agreements and accounting treatment
Support tax aspects of entity formation, restructuring, and wind‑downs
Compliance, Risk & Technical Execution Own oversight of tax compliance and reporting, including coordination with external advisors where appropriate
Manage direct and indirect tax exposure across jurisdictions, with a strong focus on risk identification and mitigation
Lead tax matters related to audits and examinations, including close interaction with auditors
Produce and maintain high‑quality internal technical memos, research, and supporting documentation
Stay ahead of regulatory developments affecting crypto, digital assets, and blockchain‑based businesses
In‑House Advisory & Enablement Serve as a go‑to internal resource for teams exploring new products, structures, or business models
Reduce dependency on external tax firms by building durable internal knowledge and judgment
Balance hands‑on execution with strategic leadership, operating alongside an exceptionally strong peer group in the wider Finance function
WHAT MAKES YOU A GOOD FIT You are a senior tax professional who prefers deep ownership and execution over managing large teams
You are comfortable operating independently and making defensible judgment calls in areas with limited precedent
You enjoy solving novel, complex tax problems in fast‑moving environments
You combine technical depth with commercial pragmatism
You DO NOT see your role as a mere compliance function, and want a seat at the table as a strategic trusted advisor
WHAT YOU WILL BRING Demonstrable, hands‑on experience with cryptocurrency and digital asset taxation
Significant experience in hands on tax roles, ideally within public accounting, crypto tax advisory, or in‑house at complex technology‑driven organizations
Deep expertise in U.S. tax, with experience across state and international tax strongly preferred
Familiarity with cryptocurrency, digital assets, or blockchain‑based business models is highly desirable
Proven experience working with auditors and managing audits and examinations
Ability to personally own tax research, strategy, and execution end to end
Comfort operating as a senior IC in a high‑growth, evolving regulatory environment (**This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. NYC metro candidates are required to be in office 2‑3x/week, with exceptions.)
WHY AVA LABS?
If you've ever thought about joining an early stage Web3 company - this is it! We're a global, world‑class team of experts in computer science, economics, finance, marketing, and law with offices in New York City and Miami. We're highly passionate about Web3 and redefining the way people build and use finance and decentralized applications of all kinds. The company received early‑stage funding from Andreessen Horowitz, Initialized Capital, and Polychain Capital, with angel investments from Balaji Srinivasan and Naval Ravikant. Join us and be a pioneer in a new technology that will have implications across a range of verticals such as finance, gaming, investing, collectibles, among many others.
Ava Labs is committed to diversity in the workplace and we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not hire on basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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