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Chili

Financial Controller

Chili

. Own the full financial operation across five legal entities in Brazil, Panama, and Mexico.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeSão Paulo • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing full financial operations across multiple legal entities, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with local GAAP and tax regulations. Proficient in financial analysis, automation, and the use of accounting software to drive efficiency and accuracy.

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Financial Operations ManagementBudgeting And ForecastingTax And Accounting RegulationsAccounting Software ProficiencyAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills
Financial AnalysisCost AccountingRevenue RecognitionP&L Statement PreparationCash Flow Statement PreparationFinancial Risk AnalysisInternal ControlsFinancial Automation ImplementationFinancial Dashboard DevelopmentAudit Documentation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention To DetailAutonomous Work
Tools & Technologies
XeroExcelGoogle SheetsClickUp
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree In FinanceCPA Or Equivalent Certification
Industry Keywords
GAAPLGPDGDPRFinancial ComplianceIntercompany Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
VBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own the full financial operation across five legal entities in Brazil, Panama, and Mexico.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and financial strategies aligned with growth and profitability goals.
  • Deliver quarterly departmental budgets and conduct monthly budget-versus-actual reviews.
  • Update and circulate revised monthly forecasts with documented department-lead approval.
  • Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives, including audits of subscriptions and recurring expenses.
  • Manage billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cost accounting, revenue recognition, intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and monthly and annual close.
  • Prepare P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, forecasts, and audit documentation.
  • Issue recurring client invoices monthly and reduce days sales outstanding.
  • Deliver monthly financial dashboards covering KPIs, cash position, margin analysis, and risk exposure.
  • Ensure timely tax, regulatory, and compliance obligations in Brazil, Mexico, and Panama.
  • Coordinate and hold external accountants accountable for submissions, reconciliations, and tax and labor compliance.
  • Maintain compliance with local GAAP and applicable accounting standards.
  • Protect financial systems and documents in line with LGPD, GDPR, and applicable data privacy laws.
  • Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls, approval workflows, segregation of duties, and fraud prevention.
  • Conduct quarterly internal audits and prepare documentation for external audits.
  • Perform financial risk analysis, manage liabilities and investments, and monitor FX exposure.
  • Lead financial due diligence for partners, suppliers, service providers, and M&A opportunities.
  • Implement and optimize accounting software and financial tools such as Xero.
  • Implement at least one financial automation per quarter and document time and error savings.
  • Develop and enforce finance SOPs across all entities.
  • Manage finance tasks and approvals in ClickUp with zero overdue items.
  • Present financial reports and strategic recommendations to leadership.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, HR, SEO, PPC, and Operations.
  • Train and support junior finance team members and ensure knowledge transfer across regions.
  • Report directly to the CEO and work closely with Sales, HR, Legal, Operations, and local accountants.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification is a plus).
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance management role.
  • Proven experience managing full financial operations independently across multiple entities and/or countries.
  • Strong knowledge of tax and accounting regulations in Brazil; experience with Mexico and/or Panama is a major plus.
  • Advanced knowledge of financial principles, internal controls, and accounting standards (local GAAP).
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, VBA).
  • Experience implementing financial automations and dashboards is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting to leadership and managing external accountants.
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple deadlines.
  • Advanced English proficiency is required; Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Direct involvement in strategic decision-making and financial planning.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with an international team across Brazil, Mexico, and Panama.
  • Opportunity to build and scale the finance function of a growing agency.