Vice President, Information Reporting Compliance – Research & Advisory

Job TitleVice President, Information Reporting Compliance – Research & AdvisoryCompany ProfileZenwork is the market-leading, award-winning provider of digital tax compliance software to 500,000 SMBs, including 30,000 CPA firms, and large enterprises across the country. As the workforce continues to shift from full-time employees to independent contractors, businesses have been faced with increased informational tax reporting requirements at both the state and federal levels. Zenwork’s Tax1099 software enables companies of all sizes to eFile 1099 tax forms and other important tax documents related to their utilization of 3rd party contractors, vendors, and suppliers. Having eFiled 20M tax forms to-date, Zenwork’s SaaS platform is focused on streamlining tax compliance and regulatory reporting on behalf of its customers.Job PurposeWe are seeking an experienced compliance professional to join our team as Vice President, Information Reporting Compliance – Research & Advisory. This role is responsible for ensuring the organization’s adherence to global and domestic tax information reporting and withholding regulations. The VP will provide strategic guidance on compliance matters, oversee fraud detection and prevention, monitor regulatory changes, and offer advisory support across all business units.Job TypeFull-TimeFLSA ClassificationExempt Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders on tax compliance policies, operational impacts, and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting information reporting compliance and assess their implications for the organization.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to maintain compliance with global tax reporting standards.
• Collaborate with legal, operations, technology, and business teams to ensure compliance is embedded in business processes and all Zenwork products.
• Liaise with Federal, State and Local regulatory authorities and industry groups on all compliance and fraud related matters to stay ahead of emerging trends. laws and compliance expectations.
• Support internal audits, regulatory examinations, and risk assessments related to tax reporting and withholding.
• Lead research and advisory efforts related to tax information reporting and withholding requirements, including FATCA, CRS, and IRS regulations (e.g., Chapter 3, Chapter 4, and Chapter 61).
• Develop an enterprise risk management (ERM) framework to meet industry standards and regulations across the relevant federal, state and local governmental agencies and implement risk-based controls to mitigate fraud exposure
• Work with product and development teams to build fraud prevention and regulatory compliance throughout our systems in an automated and scalable manner
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to enhance organizational awareness and understanding of tax compliance obligations.
  
  

Required QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (CPA, JD, LLM, or similar) preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 10 years of experience in information reporting, tax compliance, or related regulatory functions within the financial services industry.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. and international tax withholding and reporting rules (FATCA, CRS, IRS reporting requirements, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and industry groups is a plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.
  
  

Working ConditionsAt Zenwork, the Vice President, Information Reporting Compliance – Research & Advisory will be part of a growing organization in the tax and compliance space with opportunities for continued alignment in all practices.

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