Accounting & Finance Associate BR

Organization Overview

NESsT is an international nonprofit organization with offices in Latin America and Europe and a global leadership team based in the U.S. Our mission is to transform lives by investing in social enterprises that generate dignified employment for marginalized communities while promoting environmental sustainability.

We support social enterprises through an impact incubator, funded by donations and grants, and through impact investment funds financed by investment capital. Since 1997, NESsT has financed more than 309 enterprises, improving the lives of over 3.3 million people across emerging markets.

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Position Overview

NESsT is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting & Finance Associate to join our team in Brazil.

The role will provide operational support for NESsT’s financial and accounting processes, helping ensure that the organization meets its compliance obligations and maintains accurate, reliable, and timely financial records.

The position reports to the Global Controller, with a secondary reporting line to the Brazil Country Director, and works closely with the CFO and Global Finance Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely financial support, including local financial reporting and payment coordination with the Brazil Country Director and Global Finance Team, as well as support for monthly local and global financial reporting.
• Serve as the main point of contact during financial audits of the Brazilian entity, providing support to the external auditors and Brazil team as needed.
• Coordinate payments to local and regional vendors and team members, including reimbursements, stipends, and other payments.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budget analyses in close partnership with the external accounting firm.
• Record financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records in the accounting system.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Support payroll processes and help ensure the correct application of social security, labor, and payroll-related charges in close partnership with the external accounting firm.
• Help ensure compliance with Brazilian tax, payroll, and statutory obligations and applicable deadlines, including:
  • INSS (social security contributions)
  • IRRF (withholding income tax)
  • ISS (municipal service tax)
  • FGTS (severance fund)
  • Applicable eSocial and other statutory reporting requirements
• Coordinate with external accounting and payroll providers.
• Maintain organized and confidential financial files, records, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the implementation and improvement of internal financial controls and processes.
• Prepare supporting documentation and respond to external audit requests.
• Provide administrative support related to employee onboarding, such as bank account setup and life insurance registration.
• Stay up to date with relevant Brazilian accounting, tax, payroll, and labor regulations.
• Support ad hoc financial tasks and provide assistance to the CFO, Global Controller, and Brazil Country Director as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial operations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is a plus.
• Solid understanding of Brazilian accounting principles and tax requirements, especially as applicable to nonprofit or third-sector organizations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Proactive and communicative, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities under pressure, collaborate effectively, and support others.
• High standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability.
• Full professional proficiency in Portuguese and advanced verbal and written English skills.
• Spanish is a plus.
• Strong computer literacy and adaptability to new technologies, including experience with Microsoft Office, online tools, CRM systems such as Salesforce, and accounting/ERP systems.
• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and an innovative mindset when working in a small, dynamic, international nonprofit environment with limited resources.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• Previous experience working with nonprofit organizations or third-sector entities.
• Familiarity with Brazilian labor obligations and employee benefits administration.

Work Environment and Hours

• Remote work arrangement from São Paulo, with access to a coworking space when available.
• Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch break.
• Occasional meetings, trainings, or international calls may take place outside regular working hours due to NESsT’s global structure.

How to Apply

Please submit your application by November 6, 2026:

• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and your availability to start.
• Your resume/CV in English.
• Your expected gross monthly salary in BRL.

Originally posted on Himalayas