Tax Manager - Abu Dhabi

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Our company

NymCard's mission is to enable fintech and financial innovators to launch frictionless payment programmes with our modern infrastructure, at record speed. Our open API modern card issuing platform provides flexibility and control to issue cards, authorize transactions and manage payment operations with just one integration and one partner.

We are a team of industry experts and technology innovators who take a dynamic approach to solving complex industry challenges. NymCard has an open and collaborative work environment and together we make up the NymCardian Nation. We power possibilities for our customers and each other by bringing the best talent together to do the best quality work we can.

By staying true to our core values: Respect, Transparency, Collaboration, Quality, Speed, Courage, NymCard strives to build a global team as diverse as the markets we serve. It is a very exciting time to join NymCard and as our business grows, you and your opportunities will grow with it.

The role

We are hiring a Tax Manager to join our Finance and Accounting team as our organization grows and matures. The candidate will be directly reporting to the Chief Accountant.

The Tax Manager will be responsible for ensuring the company's tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions including the UAE, KSA, Egypt, Pakistan, Lebanon and any other jurisdiction the company expands to.

The role entails robust tax planning, tax documentation, ability to understand existing tax laws, ability to analyse new tax laws or changes to existing tax laws, structuring and documenting transfer pricing policy and process across the organization and ensure accurate tax accounting in line with corporate tax, VAT, sales tax and any other direct or indirect regulations in jurisdictions where NymCard is currently operating or will eventually expand to.

• Develop a robust tax function.
• Develop comprehensive tax policies and process documentation across the operating jurisdictions and coordinate with the Chief Accountant for proper implementation by the accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws.
• Timely submission of corporate tax returns, VAT returns, sales tax returns or any other tax submissions applicable to the company.
• Understanding economic substance and the preparation of economic substance notifications and reports to the authorities.
• Maintain and enforce a healthy tax structure across the organization.
• Document, manage and drive the transfer pricing policy, documentation and implementation.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems to enhance and automate tax related reporting and tax accounting entries.
• Liaise with tax services providers or auditors in regard to tax audits and tax returns.
• Help and support the team with external auditor requests.
• Support month-end and year-end close process in regards to tax entries and tax provisions.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS principles.
• Periodic reporting to the finance senior management.
• Perform other job-related tasks as needed.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills and a team player.
• You have a positive can-do attitude and a flexible approach.
• Good analytical skills and detail oriented.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to meet a constant stream of tax reporting deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Five years or more of senior experience managing tax compliance and tax submissions; card payments and banking industry experience is a plus.

Why work with us

At NymCard, it's not just about technology - it's about people. We believe a great culture isn't something you list on a job post, it's something you experience every day. And that's exactly what we've built here.

We focus on creating an environment where people feel supported, valued, and excited about the work they do. You'll find opportunities to learn, take ownership of meaningful projects, and see the direct impact of your ideas.

• Room to grow. From professional development opportunities to on-the-job learning, we believe in helping our people reach their potential.
• Flexibility when you need it. With generous annual leave, casual work-from-home options, and a team that understands life happens outside of work too, we aim to keep the balance right.
• A culture that feels good. No complicated hierarchies, no endless approvals - just candid feedback, open conversations, and a team that genuinely cares.
• Celebrating wins together. Whether it's closing a deal, launching a new feature, or hitting a team milestone, we believe every success deserves to be shared.

If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your voice is heard, and you can enjoy the journey along the way - we'd love to meet you.

Company Industry: Finance, Investment & Asset Management

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