Job Title : Financial Analyst (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 Analyst 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 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 consultantsStay informed about local regulatory changes affecting financial operationsCross-functional and Global Collaboration
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and resolving inquiriesPartner with HR on payroll matters and with Procurement on vendor-related transactionsFacilitate integration between global financial standards and local processesProcess Optimization
Identify inefficiencies in financial workflows and propose improvementsStrengthen internal controls to ensure compliance and operational integrityDrive adoption of new systems and tools to optimize financial operationsQualifications
Essential
Languages : Native Portuguese; fluent English (written and spoken)Experience : 3+ years in finance / accounting roles in BrazilTechnical 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 IFRSAwareness of labor law implications on payroll and expense reportingPreferred
Certification : Active CRC licenseIndustry Experience : Previous roles in multinational companies or electronics importers