Why should you join dLocal?
dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets.
By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen, in a flexible, remote-first dynamic culture with travel, health and learning benefits, among others. Being a part of dLocal means working with 1000+ teammates from 30+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer-centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager – Brazil to lead Brazilian tax compliance and transactional tax matters, ensuring full adherence to federal, state, and municipal regulations.
This role will be responsible for reviewing tax filings, managing tax risks, overseeing local tax analysts, and partnering closely with regional and global tax teams to ensure strong internal controls and efficient tax processes across dLocal’s Brazilian operations.
What will you do?
Tax Compliance & Review
Review and validate Brazilian tax returns at federal, state, and municipal levels (IRPJ/CSLL, PIS/COFINS, ISS, ICMS, among others).
Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of withholding taxes (IRRF, PIS/COFINS/CSLL, INSS, ISS).
Oversee tax account reconciliations and support monthly and quarterly closings.
Ensure timely and accurate tax filings and payments in compliance with local regulations.
Transactional Taxes & IOF
Manage and review transactional taxes applicable to international merchants, with a strong focus on IOF (Imposto sobre Operações Financeiras).
Ensure correct IOF application and rate determination across FX, credit operations, remittances, and cross-border transaction flows.
Review IOF reporting, reconciliations, filings, and supporting documentation.
Partner with Product, Payments, Treasury, and Operations teams to assess tax impacts of new transaction flows and operational changes.
Monitor regulatory changes impacting IOF and other transactional taxes.
Tax Control, Advisory & Monitoring
Prepare consolidated tax information, including withholdings, payments, and tax credits.
Monitor tax positions and exposures, identifying risks and ensuring appropriate documentation.
Provide tax guidance on incentives, deductions, credits, and regulatory requirements.
Support new product launches and business initiatives from a tax perspective.
Analyze Brazilian tax reform and assess its impact on dLocal’s operations, recommending necessary changes.
Stakeholder & Authority Management
Manage interactions with tax authorities (RFB, SEFAZ, and municipalities).
Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure high-quality compliance and advisory support.
Work closely with Finance, Legal, Product, and Operations to ensure proper tax treatment and reporting.
Internal Controls & Continuous Improvement
Maintain and enhance internal tax controls aligned with global standards.
Develop, document, and update tax policies and operational procedures.
Identify opportunities to streamline tax processes and improve efficiency.
Stay up to date with changes in Brazilian tax legislation, especially those impacting cross-border payments.
What skills do you need?
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
9+ years of experience in Brazilian tax, ideally within fintech, payments, technology, or multinational environments.
Strong knowledge of Brazilian tax regulations, including IRPJ/CSLL, PIS/COFINS, ISS, ICMS, IOF, eSocial, ECD/ECF, DCTFWeb.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
Strong ownership mindset and accountability for deliverables.
Excellent communication skills in Portuguese and English; Spanish is a plus.
Experience working with ERPs and tax automation tools; SAP experience is a strong plus.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to have
Experience in fintech, technology, or payments companies.
Previous experience leading, mentoring, or supervising junior team members.
Exposure to cross-border tax matters and multinational structures.
What do we offer?
Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you:
- Remote work: work from anywhere or one of our offices around the globe!*
- Flexibility: we have flexible schedules and we are driven by performance.
- Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity.
- Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded.
- Learning & development: get access to a Premium Coursera subscription.
- Language classes: we provide free English, Spanish, or Portuguese classes.
- Social budget: you'll get a monthly budget to chill out with your team (in person or remotely) and deepen your connections!
- dLocal Houses: want to rent a house to spend one week anywhere in the world coworking with your team? We’ve got your back!
*For people based in Montevideo (Uruguay) applying to non-IT roles, 55% monthly attendance to the office is required
What happens after you apply?
Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!
