Senior Finance Manager

About the role

Wise is looking for a finance professional to join our LATAM team in São Paulo. You will serve as a key partner to regional leadership, ensuring financial accuracy and regulatory compliance across our local operations.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead the month-end close and quarterly financial reporting for LATAM entities to ensure complete accuracy.
• Act as the primary deputy to the LATAM Regional Finance Lead by providing data-driven business insights.
• Oversee compliance processes and internal controls mandated by the Central Bank of Brazil.
• Manage ongoing relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and outsourced service providers.
• Improve existing financial processes and maintain a high standard of operational detail within the team.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting and an active CRC certification.
• Professional background in financial controlling, audit, or management accounting within the FinTech, Banking, or Financial Services sectors.
• Working knowledge of both Brazil GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Experience managing internal controls and process improvements in high-growth environments.
• Ability to present financial findings to senior stakeholders and manage regulatory communications.
• Fluency in both Portuguese and English.

Skills & tools

• Brazil GAAP
• IFRS
• Financial reporting
• Regulatory compliance
• Data analysis

Practical notes

• Compensation includes RSUs in the company.
• Benefits include health and dental coverage for you and dependents, life insurance, and an EAP program.
• You receive 30 days of vacation, 3 personal days, and 1 volunteer day per year, plus a 6-week paid sabbatical after four years of service.
• Monthly food and meal vouchers total 1,874 BRL (708 BRL food, 1,166 BRL meal), plus transportation vouchers and TotalPass gym access.
• An annual self-development budget is provided.
• Working model: You will be in the office most days for the first six months to integrate into the team, transitioning to a minimum of 3 days per week in the office thereafter.