Head of Tax (AI)

TL;DR

Head of Tax (AI): Leading and building the comprehensive tax function for a rapidly growing AI technology company with an accent on direct and indirect tax compliance, strategic tax planning, and international tax matters. Focus on establishing scalable tax processes, advising leadership on M&A and new product launches, and ensuring global tax optimization.

Location: San Francisco (On-site). USD salary ranges apply only to U.S.-based positions.

Salary: $190K – $250K

Company

hirify.global is a high-growth technology company revolutionizing how people search and interact with the internet.

What you will do

• Own and lead all aspects of the tax function, including direct tax (federal, state, international income tax) and indirect tax (sales & use tax, VAT/GST).
• Build the tax function from the ground up, establishing processes, policies, internal controls, and systems for scalable operations.
• Prepare/oversee the preparation of annual income tax provisions (ASC 740), including current and deferred tax calculations.
• Manage and oversee the preparation and timely filing of all federal, state, local, and international tax returns.
• Serve as the primary tax advisor to leadership on tax implications of strategic transactions, new product launches, M&A, and equity compensation.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and taxing authorities, leading and coordinating tax audits.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and in-house at a high-growth technology company.
• Deep technical knowledge of ASC 740, federal and state income tax, international tax, transfer pricing, and indirect tax (sales & use tax, VAT/GST).
• Proven experience building or significantly scaling a tax function, ideally at a pre-IPO or recently public technology company.
• A builder mindset with a track record of designing automated, reliable, and scalable processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to translate complex tax concepts for non-tax stakeholders and advise executive leadership.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• CPA required; Master's in Taxation preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience in AI, SaaS, or digital products.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. benefits program including equity, health, dental, vision, retirement, fitness, commuter, and dependent care accounts.
• International employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits program tailored to their region.
• Opportunity to define and drive strategic and financial processes across the company.
• Work in a high-impact role critical for ensuring compliance and optimizing tax position.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners in Legal, Strategic Finance, Engineering, and People.