Vice President, Tax

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada; hybrid work model balancing office collaboration and remote work

Company

hirify.global creates and grows family entertainment brands through content production, audience reach, licensing, and consumer products.

What you will do

• Lead global direct tax compliance across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and other jurisdictions.
• Own the consolidated income tax provision under IFRS, including current and deferred tax, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, and tax disclosures.
• Advise Finance, Treasury, Legal, the CFO, and business leaders on tax planning, reorganizations, M&A, financing, cash repatriation, and business initiatives.
• Oversee transfer pricing, country-by-country reporting, tax governance, and SOX / NI 52-109 controls.
• Manage tax audits, assessments, and disputes with the CRA, IRS, HMRC, and other authorities.
• Lead the Senior Tax Specialist and coordinate external tax advisors, budgets, and engagements.

Requirements

• CPA or equivalent required.
• Progressive tax experience with meaningful public-company and multi-jurisdictional exposure.
• Deep expertise in Canadian corporate tax and IFRS tax accounting, including IAS 12.
• Working knowledge of U.S. and U.K. tax regimes and awareness of European tax considerations.
• Strong understanding of international tax, transfer pricing, BEPS, and Pillar Two developments.
• Experience in a SOX / NI 52-109 control environment and the ability to work hands-on with a lean team and external advisors.

Nice to have

• CPA In-Depth Tax Program or Master of Taxation.
• Experience in media, entertainment, or an IP-intensive industry.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Dynamics GP or Business Central to improve tax accounting, provision, and reporting workflows.
• Knowledge of film, animation, and content production tax credits.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with office and remote collaboration.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage with shared premium costs from the first day.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Supportive, creative, and inclusive work environment with professional growth opportunities.

Hiring process

• Initial virtual screening with Talent Acquisition.
• Interview with the hiring manager, followed by interviews with two to three business partners.
• Role-specific assessment where applicable.