Airswift is recruiting a Finance Manager for a permanent contract with a client in the clean energy and industrial technology sector to work in São Paulo, SP.
Responsibilities
- Lead the overall financial management of the plant subsidiary, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow planning, and internal controls.
- Support the construction and operational ramp-up of the local factory, including investment planning, cost control, CAPEX/OPEX tracking, and financial processes setup.
- Oversee all tax-related matters, ensuring full compliance with Brazilian federal, state, and municipal tax regulations (including ICMS, IPI, PIS/COFINS, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing).
- Establish and optimize financial procedures for manufacturing operations, including inventory management, cost accounting, and production-related financial controls.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (engineering, supply chain, operations, HR, legal) to ensure accurate financial support during project execution and ongoing operations.
- Manage relationships with local banks, auditors, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; professional certifications are a plus.
- Strong and in-depth understanding of Brazilian taxation, including direct and indirect taxes and tax incentives applicable to industrial operations.
- Proven experience supporting factory construction, commissioning, or manufacturing operations, preferably in a multinational or industrial company.
- Solid knowledge of Brazilian GAAP, IFRS, and financial compliance requirements.
- 8+ years of experience in financial management roles,
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
- Excellent communication skills in Portuguese and English, Chinese is plus; ability to collaborate effectively with global teams.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
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