Analista Contábil I

Job Posting Organization:
WRI Brasil is a part of the World Resources Institute, a global research organization that focuses on sustainable development and environmental issues. Established to promote sustainable practices and policies, WRI Brasil operates in various countries, working towards solutions that improve the quality of life while ensuring the health of the planet. The organization employs a diverse team of professionals dedicated to research, advocacy, and implementation of sustainable practices across different sectors.

Job Overview:
In this position, the Analista Contábil I will be responsible for executing accounting and financial routines, which include making accounting entries, performing bank reconciliations, and verifying fiscal and financial documents. The role involves organizing documents and updating controls within the department. Daily tasks will support monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closures, as well as the preparation of accounting reports and analyses, ensuring compliance with deadlines and internal procedures. Additionally, the position will provide support to the outsourced accounting office in meeting fiscal and accessory obligations, as well as verifying provisions, reimbursements, and advances related to financial and accounting routines. The role will require collaboration with various departments within the company, assisting with internal and external audits and activities related to ERP systems and accounting controls.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Analista Contábil I include: making accounting entries in the system; performing bank and accounting reconciliations; verifying invoices, receipts, and financial documents; assisting in monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closures; organizing and archiving accounting and fiscal documents; supporting the preparation of financial and accounting reports; assisting the outsourced accounting office in fulfilling municipal, state, and federal requirements (various taxes), as well as accessory obligations (knowledge in tax calculation and accessory obligations); verifying provisions, reimbursements, and advances; providing support during internal and external audits; responding to requests from other departments related to accounting; assisting in the analysis of asset and income accounts; ensuring compliance with deadlines; and supporting activities related to ERP and financial/accounting systems.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for this position include a completed higher education degree in accounting, administration, economics, or related fields. A desirable experience of 4 years in the area or a similar function is preferred. Candidates should have experience in accounting routines and possess intermediate to advanced English language skills. Technical competencies required include knowledge of accounting and fiscal legislation, financial compliance, accessory obligations in accounting, external auditing, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (preferably Workday).

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a completed higher education degree in accounting, administration, economics, or related fields. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of accounting practices and financial regulations, which are critical to the role.

Experience:
The position requires a desirable experience of 4 years in the accounting field or in a similar function. This level of experience is necessary to ensure that the candidate is well-versed in accounting routines and can effectively handle the responsibilities outlined in the job description.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is intermediate to advanced English. Proficiency in English is important for communication and understanding of financial documents and reports, as well as for collaboration with international teams. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and is based in São Paulo, Brazil. The role may involve collaboration with international teams and requires adherence to strict deadlines and ethical standards. The organization values teamwork, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Compensation and benefits details are not specified in the job description.