Head of Taxes (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Taxes (Fintech): Leading tax management and compliance for a rapidly growing fintech company in Colombia, with an accent on designing and implementing end-to-end tax processes and optimizing tax strategies. Focus on navigating complex regulatory environments, ensuring tax accuracy in high-volume digital operations, and automating tax workflows.

Location: Colombia

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on financial health and long-term growth, with a strong emphasis on tax management and compliance within a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and scale end-to-end tax processes to support rapid company growth.
• Ensure tax accuracy in diverse product structures and large-scale digital operations.
• Lead efforts to automate tax workflows, implement technology solutions, and enhance data integrity.
• Manage the tension between strict regulatory requirements and the company’s need for product innovation.
• Coordinate effectively with multiple cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage tax audits, respond to DIAN and local authority inquiries, and represent the company during regulatory reviews.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Tax Management roles within regulated financial institutions, Big Four tax advisory, or high-growth Fintechs.
• Strong understanding of Colombian tax regulations, including IVA, ICA, retefuente, and GMF.
• Proven experience designing and implementing tax strategies that improve compliance, reduce risk, and optimize the company’s tax position.
• Direct experience managing tax audits and authority inquiries, preparing documentation.
• Hands-on experience supporting digital or financial products, understanding their tax implications.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; preferred experience with SQL or tax data automation tools.
• English proficiency.

Culture & Benefits

• A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions (innovative spirit).
• Valuing open, transparent communication and honest feedback.
• A strong, collaborative, and supportive team.
• Recognizing and celebrating achievements together.
• Working in a high-tech environment with smart, revolutionary people challenging the status quo.