Manager, Tax Counsel
FanDuel
| Company | FanDuel |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | New York City |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 20 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
THE POSITION Our roster has an opening with your name on it
FanDuel is seeking a Manager, Tax Counsel to support FanDuel’s product and technology teams in tax product matters. This role sits at the intersection of tax, product, and engineering and will play a key role in ensuring tax requirements are effectively translated into and maintained across FanDuel’s customer-facing products.
The ideal candidate will operate as a day-to-day advisor to cross-functional teams, translating complex federal, state, and jurisdiction-specific tax laws into clear, actionable guidance. You will partner closely with Product, Engineering, Tax, Legal, and Finance teams to support the ongoing integration of tax requirements into product functionality and user experience. Your guidance will directly inform product decisions and help shape how FanDuel delivers compliant, scalable customer experiences, while escalating complex or high-risk matters to senior tax leadership.
In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs.
THE GAME PLAN Everyone on our team has a part to play
Provide product-facing tax counsel to Product and Engineering teams across FanDuel platforms
Translate federal, state, and jurisdiction-specific tax laws into actionable product and system requirements
Interpret applicable tax statutes and regulatory guidance, including gaming taxes and customer tax reporting and withholding requirements
Review and advise on product features, enhancements, and existing product functionality to identify tax implications and compliance risks
Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry standards, and advise stakeholders on relevant impacts
Collaborate cross-functionally with Tax, Legal, Finance Operations, Compliance, and Customer Support teams to ensure aligned execution
Serve as a key point of contact for tax-related product questions and cross-functional coordination
Escalate complex, high-risk, or novel tax issues to senior tax leadership with clear analysis and recommendations
Support the development and documentation of tax positions and analyses related to product functionality, in partnership with senior tax leadership
Support coordination with external stakeholders (e.g., regulators, vendors, and advisors) as needed
Assist in ongoing product compliance monitoring and issue resolution
THE STATS What we're looking for in our next teammate
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in tax, legal, regulatory advisory, or a related function
Juris Doctor (JD), CPA, or equivalent experience in tax advisory, tax compliance, or tax law required
Experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and jurisdiction-specific tax laws
Experience working cross-functionally with product, engineering, or technology teams
Proven ability to translate complex tax and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable product or operational guidance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues for diverse stakeholders
Ability to exercise sound judgment and operate effectively in ambiguous or fast-paced environments
Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills across tax, legal, finance, and product teams
Experience working in a highly regulated industry (e.g., gaming, fintech, financial services) preferred
Experience with customer tax reporting and withholding (e.g., Forms W-2G, 1099, 1042) or gaming-related tax frameworks preferred
Interest in sports betting, gaming, or digital platforms is a plus
ABOUT FANDUEL
FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobi