Accounting & Finance Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Deliver precise and timely financial assistance, encompassing local financial reporting and payment coordination.

• Aid in monthly financial reporting, both locally and globally.

• Act as the primary liaison during financial audits for the Brazilian entity.

• Oversee payments to local and regional vendors and team members, which includes reimbursements, stipends, and other financial disbursements.

• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budget evaluations.

• Record financial transactions and ensure accurate accounting records are maintained.

• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations.

• Assist with payroll processes and the application of social security, labor, and payroll-related charges.

• Help guarantee compliance with Brazilian tax, payroll, and statutory obligations and deadlines, such as INSS, IRRF, ISS, FGTS, eSocial, and other statutory reports.

• Collaborate with external accounting and payroll service providers.

• Keep organized and confidential financial files and supporting documents.

• Aid in the implementation and enhancement of internal financial controls and processes.

• Prepare documentation and respond to requests from external auditors.

• Provide administrative assistance for employee onboarding, including setting up bank accounts and life insurance registration.

• Stay informed about Brazilian accounting, tax, payroll, and labor regulations.

• Support ad hoc financial projects and assist the CFO, Global Controller, and Brazil Country Director.

• Report to the Global Controller, with a secondary reporting line to the Brazil Country Director, while closely collaborating with the CFO and Global Finance Team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial operations.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems.

• Solid understanding of Brazilian accounting principles and tax regulations, particularly for nonprofit or third-sector organizations.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Exceptional attention to detail and the capacity to handle confidential information responsibly.

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities under pressure, collaborate effectively, and support colleagues.

• High standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability.

• Full professional proficiency in Portuguese.

• Advanced verbal and written English skills.

• Strong computer literacy and adaptability to new technologies.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, online tools, CRM systems like Salesforce, and accounting/ERP systems.

• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and an innovative mindset.

• Experience working in a multicultural environment.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Previous experience with nonprofit organizations or third-sector entities is preferred.

• Familiarity with Brazilian labor laws and employee benefits administration is preferred.

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.

• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work arrangement from São Paulo.

• Access to a coworking space when available.

• Support for life insurance registration.

• Global/international work environment.

• Opportunity to work with an international nonprofit organization.

• Occasional training sessions.

• Expected gross monthly salary in BRL.