Overview
Job Title: Financial Assistant (Brazil)
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
Reports To: Regional Finance Head
Employment Type: Full-time
Mandatory: Fluent in English
About the Role
We 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.
Responsibilities
Expense 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 analysis
Tax 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 operations
Cross-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 processes
Process 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
Qualifications
Essential
* 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 reporting
Preferred
* Certification: Active CRC license
* Industry Experience: Previous roles in multinational companies or electronics importers
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