Accounting & Finance Associate BR

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting & Finance Associate to join the team in Brazil.

This role provides operational support for financial and accounting processes, helping ensure compliance obligations are met and that financial records are accurate, reliable, and maintained on a timely basis.

The position reports to the Global Controller, with a secondary reporting line to the Brazil Country Director. The role also works closely with the CFO and the Global Finance Team.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely financial support, including local financial reporting and payment coordination with the Brazil Country Director and the Global Finance Team, as well as support for monthly local and global financial reporting.
• Serve as the main point of contact during financial audits of the Brazilian entity, supporting external auditors and the Brazil team as needed.
• Coordinate payments to local and regional vendors and team members, including reimbursements, stipends, and other payments.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budget analyses in close partnership with the external accounting firm.
• Record financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records in the accounting system.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Support payroll processes and help ensure correct application of social security, labor, and payroll-related charges in close partnership with the external accounting firm.
• Help ensure compliance with Brazilian tax, payroll, and statutory obligations and applicable deadlines, including:
  • INSS (social security contributions)
  • IRRF (withholding income tax)
  • ISS (municipal service tax)
  • FGTS (severance fund)
  • Applicable eSocial and other statutory reporting requirements
• Coordinate with external accounting and payroll providers.
• Maintain organized and confidential financial files, records, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with implementing and improving internal financial controls and processes.
• Prepare supporting documentation and respond to external audit requests.
• Provide administrative support related to employee onboarding, including bank account setup and life insurance registration.
• Stay current on relevant Brazilian accounting, tax, payroll, and labor regulations.
• Support ad hoc financial tasks and assist the CFO, Global Controller, and Brazil Country Director as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Solid understanding of Brazilian accounting principles and tax requirements, especially as applicable to nonprofit or third-sector organizations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Proactive and communicative; able to work independently, manage priorities under pressure, collaborate effectively, and support others.
• High standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability.
• Full professional proficiency in Portuguese and advanced verbal and written English skills.
• Spanish is a plus.
• Strong computer literacy and adaptability to new technologies, including experience with Microsoft Office, online tools, CRM systems such as Salesforce, and accounting/ERP systems.
• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and an innovative mindset in a small, dynamic, international nonprofit environment with limited resources.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with nonprofit organizations or third-sector entities.
• Familiarity with Brazilian labor obligations and employee benefits administration.

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified.
• Applicants are asked to include their expected gross monthly salary in BRL as part of the application.

Location & Work Schedule

• Remote work arrangement from São Paulo, with access to a coworking space when available.
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch break.
• Occasional meetings, trainings, or international calls may take place outside regular working hours due to the organization’s global structure.

Application Deadline

• Applications must be submitted by November 6, 2026.
• Required application materials:
  • Cover letter explaining interest in the position and availability to start
  • Resume/CV in English
  • Expected gross monthly salary in BRL