LATAM Controller

connectlyRemote/LATAM (Col) - Hybrid3d ago

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Requirements

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including consolidations
Strong US GAAP knowledge (working experience, not just theoretical)
Experience managing or working closely with outsourced accounting teams
Fluent English (written and verbal). You will interface with US-based firms and leadership
Hands-on mentality. This is a doer role, not a delegator role
Experience with multi-entity, multi-currency environments
Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel/Google Sheets at an advanced level
CPA or equivalent local certification
Experience in a startup or high-growth environment
Familiarity with Brazilian and/or Greek accounting standards
Experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Xero
Portuguese or Spanish fluency (in addition to English)

Month-End Close & Consolidations
Own the end-to-end month-end close process across all entities (US, Greece, Brazil)
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements under US GAAP
Ensure intercompany eliminations, currency translation, and reconciliations are accurate
Deliver close within established timelines with full documentation
Outsourced Firm Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for three outsourced accounting teams (US, GR,BR)
Set quality standards, review deliverables, and hold firms accountable for accuracy
Assess outsourced firm performance within first 90 days and recommend changes if needed
Manage the transition if firms need to be replaced
Financial Operations Oversight
Supervise the junior FinOps associate (payments, billing, expense review)
Establish and enforce internal controls and approval workflows
Ensure compliance with local regulations across all jurisdictions
Accuracy & Process Improvement
Act as the quality gate for all financial data before it reaches the Head of Finance
Identify and fix recurring accuracy issues in the books
Document and standardize accounting processes across geographies
Support external audit preparation and liaison