Staff Accountant

The Mission

We are seeking a talented Staff Accountant to join our growing Accounting & Finance team and contribute to our continued success. The right candidate is someone who.

• Experienced accountant with a highly analytical mindset and strong attention to detail
• Great work ethic and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing startup environment
• Has a “can-do” attitude and is willing to take on ad-hoc tasks and challenges when needed
• Desire to improve reporting process and has experience implementing and operationalizing accounting systems and processes
• A collaborative spirit with excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

Your Assignment

• Oversee general ledger and assist month-end and year-end close processes for LATAM Entities
• Review Supplier Payments for LATAM entity
• Reconcile Payroll Reports for LATAM entity
• Oversee Intercompany Reconciliation
• Foreign Exchange Reconciliation 
• Monthly Balance Sheet Accounts Reconciliation for LATAM entity
• Work closely with FP&A team and provide them with monthly variance analysis reports
• Conduct regular reviews of financial transactions and reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare, post and maintain proper records of Journal Entries
• Assist in the development and documentation of business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Assist with the external audit by analyzing and scheduling general ledger accounts; providing information to auditors. Support annual independent audit and regulatory audits as required
• Review statutory tax returns as prepared by local bookkeeper
• Research and interpret Brazilian tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and minimize tax liabilities
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Controller

Your Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software
• Strong knowledge of Brazilian employment-related laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting3-5 years of experience in General Accounting within small to medium size companiesGood understanding of US GAAP (Active or inactive CPA a plus, but not required)Previous B2B and startup experience preferred Experience with ERP systems is a plus, Certinia preferred
• Strong financial analysis skills
• Experience with Intercompany preferred
• Understanding of Intercompany processes
• Effective communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skillsExperience with Excel / Google Sheets analysis and presentation skills

Benefits 

• 100% remote work
• Generous holidays and flexible PTO
• Competitive phantom equity
• Paid for exams and certifications
• Peer bonus awards
• State of the art laptop and tools
• Equipment & Office Stipend
• Individual professional development plan
• Annual stipend for Learning and Development
• Work with an amazing worldwide team and in an incredible corporate culture

Caylent is a place where everyone belongs.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our approach helps us to build a winning team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. So, regardless of how your diversity expresses itself, you can find a home here at Caylent.   

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hr@caylent.com.