Manager, Finance - LAM Shared Services

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Manager, Finance – LAM Shared Services!! 

Location: Sao Paolo, Brazil

Job ID: 52251

The Manager, Finance - LAM Shared Services is responsible for overseeing critical accounting and financial processes that support the Latin America Accounting team. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting, reconciliations, lease accounting, and financial systems administration. The position partners closely with regional and global stakeholders to drive operational excellence, strengthen financial controls, and support business decision-making. Through effective leadership and process oversight, this role contributes to the delivery of accurate financial results and continuous improvement across the Latin America region.

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

As our Manager, Finance – LAM Shared Services, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Overseeing monthly accounting activities, including participating in the month-end close process, analyzing balance sheets, income statements, expense trends, and financial variances to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyzing lease agreements, customer contracts, and complex transactions to determine appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with IFRS requirements and company policies.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial information uploads while maintaining effective controls within Oracle, OneStream, and related financial systems.
• Reviewing transactions, project setups, labor cost allocations, and billing activities to ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial controls, and reporting requirements while identifying and resolving root causes of variances.
• Partnering with the Regional Controller, Regional Management, global finance teams, and shared services stakeholders to drive ERP enhancements, evaluate business initiatives impacting regional financial results, and support continuous process improvements.
• Leading and developing a high-performing, highly engaged accounting team supporting the Latin America region.
• Driving ERP and financial systems improvement initiatives in partnership with the Regional Controller to enhance reporting accuracy, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Supporting regional business leaders by evaluating projects, contracts, and transactions that may impact financial performance and profitability.
• Collaborating with global finance peers, shared services teams, and business partners to resolve accounting issues and ensure consistent application of accounting policies and practices.
• Leading special projects and process improvement initiatives that support organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 7+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree and 5+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience managing a team and developing talent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Strong understanding of the financial impact of accounting transactions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong experience with enterprise financial and reporting systems, including Oracle Cloud, OneStream, and Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, both written and verbal.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package

• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance

• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. You'll have opportunities to share insights and contribute forward-thinking ideas that shape future outcomes. 
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity.

HID may use AI-assisted technology to support our Talent Acquisition team in reviewing applications by identifying job-related qualifications, skills, and experience. AI is used as a support tool only and does not make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team before any selection decision is made.

If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process or have questions about HID's use of AI in the recruitment process, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to reside and work in the hiring country.
• HID Global will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the hiring country will not be considered.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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