Head of Communications at Taxbit in San Francisco, CA

Company Founded in 2018 by CPAs, tax attorneys, and software developers, Taxbit is creating an entirely new category to enable widespread compliant adoption of digital assets for the global economy. Taxbit’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform streamlines and automates customers’ tax reporting and accounting activities for digital assets. Trusted by leading crypto, tech, and traditional enterprises, Big 4 accounting firms, and government agencies (including the IRS), Taxbit solves compliance challenges at scale amidst an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. Taxbit is backed by leading Silicon Valley VCs with teams located in New York City, San Francisco, Seattle, Salt Lake City, and Europe. Opportunity for Impact Taxbit is seeking a Head of Communications to build and lead our global communications strategy. The global digital economy landscape is shifting fast, with Taxbit at the center of it. This leadership role shapes how we show up publicly and internally: defining our narrative, translating complex regulatory developments into clear public positioning, and bringing top-tier media and analyst relationships that establish Taxbit as the authoritative voice in tax and compliance for the digital economy. You will partner closely with executive leadership, marketing, product, and people teams to ensure message consistency across all channels and stakeholders. This is a high-ownership role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, sees opportunity in ambiguity, and wants to build something impactful. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with Taxbit's business objectives, brand positioning, and thought leadership goals. Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team on external communications, regulatory messaging, and reputational risk. Oversee internal communications to foster employee engagement, alignment, and a strong “One Taxbit” culture. Lead all aspects of corporate communications, including press releases, media outreach, and executive communications. Bring and maintain relationships with key media outlets, industry analysts, and external partners with particular focus on crypto, fintech, and compliance verticals. Own analyst relations across relevant firms, positioning Taxbit as the category-defining authority for crypto tax and compliance. Monitor regulatory and policy developments and translate them into timely, media-ready narratives. Prepare executive leadership for press interviews, public speaking engagements, and industry events. Partner with marketing to ensure message consistency across channels (including events, digital, social, and content). Bring the media's perspective into planning and collaborate across marketing on stories that will resonate with trade and business press. Monitor media coverage, industry and regulatory trends, and public sentiment to inform and adjust communications strategy. Track relevant industry awards and lists and manage submissions on Taxbit's behalf. Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field, with a proven track record in high-growth, regulated technology environments (crypto experience preferred; fintech or financial services experience required). Established relationships with crypto, fintech, and business media, with a track record of placements in tier 1 and tier 2 publications. Strong analyst relations experience, with the ability to build credibility with firms that influence institutional buyers. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex regulatory and technical topics into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences. Demonstrated experience advising executive leadership on communications strategy, regulatory messaging, and reputational risk. Experience managing crisis communications in fast-moving, high-stakes environments. Experience managing internal communications in a global, high-growth environment, with a track record of driving employee engagement and organizational alignment. Experience leading and developing high-performing communications teams. Impeccable organization and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders simultaneously. Comfortable with change, ambiguity, and rapid iteration — you see opportunity where others see uncertainty. Self-directed, with the ability to prioritize and deliver in a high-growth environment. The base salary range for this role is $150,000-$225,000. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Actual compensation will vary depending on various job-related factors, including, but not limited to location, experience, level, and job qualifications. Benefits & Perks Competitive cash compensation (based on experience) Equity (RSUs) Competitive benefits package A modern 401(k) plan that includes access to crypto, financial wellness benefits, low fees and more Hybrid working model: 3 days in-office, 2 days WFH/flexible Monday team lunches, snacks and drinks Discretionary Time Off - enjoy the flexibility to rest, refuel, and recharge Paid parental leave to bond with your child Fertility Benefit Autonomous work and flexibility in how work is performed Taxbit in the News Corp Press Forbes America's Best Startup Employers Deloitte Top 10 Fast 500 Award Forbes FinTech 50 Recent Product Announcements Taxbit Announces AI Enabled Rules Engine for Crypto Accounting Taxbit Launches DAC7 Compliance Solution for Digital Marketplaces Taxbit Introduces The First Enterprise-Grade Legal Entity Support Solution for Digital Assets Taxbit Launches Innovative CESOP Reporting Solution for Digital Assets TB Thought-Leadership Pieces Fortune - Future of Finance NASDAQ - How Regulation and Technology Are Bridging the Gap Between Tradfi and Crypto Future of Finance Roundtable Event (Video) Coindesk - The Tax Implications of Sam Bankman-Fried’s Conviction Fox Business - AI tools streamlining accounting workflows and opening capacity for innovation Bloomberg Tax - Is Anyone Paying State Taxes on Bitcoin and NFTs? (Podcast) Alliance/ Partner Announcements IRS Taps TaxBit to Audit Bulk Crypto Transactions Disclaimers By submitting an application for this role, you certify that the information contained in the application is correct to the best of your knowledge. You understand that to falsify information is grounds for refusing to hire you, or for discharge should you be hired. Employment with the Company is at will unless otherwise stated in a written agreement signed by the CEO of the Company.  This means that either the Company or the employee can terminate the employment at any time and for any reason, with or without notice.