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Head of Accounting
dLocalSao Paulo (Hybrid)Senior
Apply Why should you join dLocal?
dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets.
By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen. Being a part of dLocal means working with 1000+ teammates from 30+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer-centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.
What's the opportunity?
As our Head of Accounting Brazil, you will lead the day-to-day accounting operations of the Brazilian entity, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of our accounting records and financial reporting. You will oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, maintain a strong internal control environment, support regulatory compliance, and ensure the timely preparation of all statutory and regulatory financial reports for a regulated Payment Institution. Serving as our primary local accounting leader, you will partner closely with global finance, product, tax, and compliance teams, while leading local statutory audits and discussions with Big Four partners.
What will I be doing?
Leading all day-to-day accounting activities for the Brazilian legal entities.
Ensuring accounting records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with IFRS and Group Accounting Policies.
Overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely reporting.
Reviewing and approving journal entries, reconciliations, and accounting adjustments at the Brazil level.
Ensuring appropriate accounting treatment for new products, commercial arrangements, and business initiatives.
Maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, supporting accounting records, and sustaining a strong internal control environment over financial reporting.
Leading the preparation, review, and submission of all accounting and regulatory reports required by the Brazilian Central Bank (BACEN).
Ensuring compliance with BACEN accounting standards, reporting instructions, regulatory deadlines, and SOX/internal control requirements.
Coordinating interactions with internal regulatory teams, external regulators, and leading local statutory audits with Big Four auditors.
Monitoring regulatory developments and assessing their accounting and reporting implications.
Ensuring all balance sheet reconciliations are prepared, reviewed, and resolved on a timely basis, driving the resolution of reconciling differences.
Leading, developing, and mentoring the Brazil Accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
What skills do I need?
Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Brazilian CPA (CRC registration) required.
Postgraduate qualification or MBA preferred.
Strong knowledge of IFRS.
Strong understanding of BACEN accounting regulations applicable to regulated Payment Institutions.
Experience preparing statutory financial statements and regulatory reports.
Advanced English (written and spoken).
Portuguese fluent.
What do we offer?
Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you:
- Flexibility: we have flexible schedules and we are driven by performance.
- Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity.
- Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded.
- Social budget: you'll get a monthly budget to chill out with your team (in person or remotely) and deepen your connections!
- dLocal Houses: want to rent a house to spend one week anywhere in the world coworking with your team? We’ve got your back!
Flexibility in how you work: We focus on impact and productivity over fixed hours. This means our teams have flexible schedules and, depending on your role and location, you will combine self‑managed focus time with moments of in‑person connection in our collaboration hubs.
What happens after you apply?
Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!