Job Title: Financial Assistant (Brazil)Location: São Paulo, BrazilReports To: Regional Finance HeadEmployment Type: Full-timeMandatory: Fluent in English About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance Supervisor to lead and support our financial operations in Brazil.
This role is critical for overseeing expense management, tax compliance, financial reporting, and operational controls.
As a key link between local and global teams, you will ensure alignment with group-wide financial standards while mentoring and guiding the local finance team.
Key ResponsibilitiesExpense and Financial Management• Supervise daily financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in reporting• Conduct training sessions for employees on expense policies, systems, and best practices• Approve and audit employee expense reports in accordance with corporate guidelines• Review monthly reconciliations and perform variance analysisTax and Regulatory Compliance• Oversee the preparation and submission of mandatory tax filings (e.g., ICMS, ISS, DAS)• Ensure compliance with Brazilian tax regulations in coordination with external consultants• Stay informed about local regulatory changes affecting financial operationsCross-functional and Global Collaboration• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and resolving inquiries• Partner with HR on payroll matters and with Procurement on vendor-related transactions• Facilitate integration between global financial standards and local processesProcess Optimization• Identify inefficiencies in financial workflows and propose improvements• Strengthen internal controls to ensure compliance and operational integrity• Drive adoption of new systems and tools to optimize financial operations QualificationsEssential• Languages: Native Portuguese; fluent English (written and spoken)• Experience: 3+ years in finance/accounting roles in Brazil• Technical Skills:• Advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)• ERP proficiency (preferably SAP)• Brazilian tax reporting tools (SPED, ECD/ECF)• Knowledge:• Strong understanding of Brazilian GAAP (CPC) and familiarity with IFRS• Awareness of labor law implications on payroll and expense reportingPreferred• Certification: Active CRC license• Industry Experience: Previous roles in multinational companies or electronics importers