FINANCE MANAGER (SÃO PAULO)

Finance Manager (São Paulo) - WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Financial Operations Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities. Support customer invoicing and sales tax calculation. Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures. Support financial processes and IT system improvements (e. g. , CRM, Oracle ERP, Concur, internally designed Shared Service Platform). Month-end Closing and Reporting Oversee the contract accounting team in Brazil, ensuring accurate and timely month-end closing and financial statements are submitted to HQ. Arrange stock take and fixed assets take procedures. Tax Compliance and annual audit support Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Work with tax consultants to prepare and file tax returns in compliance with local tax regulations Support group annual audit procedures (i. e. audit confirmations and PBC list). Cash Management Monitor and manage the company''s cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations. Own the cash management function and liaison with treasury administrator in USA. Budgeting and Forecasting Participate in the annual budgeting process and monitor financial performance against budgets to identify variances and recommend corrective actions. Commercial Team Support Build relationships with and support the Brazil Commercial team, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. ABOUT YOU Team-oriented with outstanding integrity, accuracy, and organizational skills. Ability to proactively identify and solve problems. Exhibits the highest degree of integrity and ethics, with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Strong team player willing to be flexible and to tackle a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Ability to navigate and be successful in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment. Results-oriented with excellent analytic, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to operate under different business models and complex business structures. WHERE YOU WILL WORK Location: São Paulo, Brazil. Travel: Minimal travel may be required for conferences or meetings. WHAT YOU WILL BRING US At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience in a fast-paced, results-oriented, hands-on environment. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards. Experience with ERP and Financial IT systems (e. g. , CRM, Oracle ERP,). BS/BA degree in Accounting/Finance/Business. CPA a plus. Medical Devices/Pharmaceutical industry experience and multinational experience; experience with import tax a plus. Proven experience in instrument sales or related industry is a plus. Knowledge of Portuguese and English is required. Spanish language a plus. Strong Excel skills. WHAT YOUR EDUCATION LOOKS LIKE BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. CPA a plus.