Financial & Controlling Analyst / Senior Financial & Controlling Analyst

About InPlanet InPlanet is a mission-driven, remote-first ClimateTech startup headquartered between Germany and Brazil with hubs in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, New York and London. We’re scaling Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) in tropical agriculture as a powerful method to remove carbon, regenerate soils, and transform the way food is grown in the tropics. Our vision is simple but bold: to sequester gigatons of CO2 while regenerating tropical soils in order to create a livable planet with nutritious food and healthy ecosystems for future generations. We’re doing this in partnership with farmers, scientists, and industry leaders – and we’re growing fast. Our company culture blends people‑first care and performance excellence. The Rocket represents our ambition and drive; the Heart symbolizes our focus on empathy, integrity, and collective impact. We’re proud of our globally diverse team and inclusive culture. Our teams span across continents, but our boots are firmly on the ground in Brazil – where the real climate impact happens. You can check out independent reviews by other candidates on Glassdoor to check how people find interviewing with us. Check out our Culture page here. About The Role We’re looking for a Financial & Controlling Analyst / Senior Financial & Controlling Analyst to join our Finance team and strengthen the foundation that supports InPlanet’s growth and impact. You’ll take care of Accounting & Tax, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, and Risk Management, ensuring that our operations remain solid, compliant, and ready to scale globally. You'll be the kind of person who enjoys both getting things done and thinking strategically – structured, purpose‑driven, and comfortable switching between hands‑on tasks and higher‑level discussions. The Impact you can make Your work will make a real difference in how we grow — helping InPlanet stay financially healthy, transparent, and ready to make decisions that accelerate our mission of removing CO₂ from the atmosphere. You’ll help build and improve the processes that keep our numbers reliable and our teams confident in their decisions. Core working relationships Our Finance Leadership Operations, People, and Science teams External accounting and tax partners Key Responsibilities Ensure accurate and timely accounting and tax records following Brazilian GAAP and IFRS Support financial consolidation across multiple entities and geographies Drive or support the month‑end and year‑end closing processes Support the Finance team in corporate finance, strategy, and investor relations Ensure strong internal controls and help mitigate financial and operational risks Coordinate compliance with local and international tax and accounting standards Support treasury operations, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and cash flow planning Partner with FP&A to align operational and financial insights Manage with external auditors and advisors during audits and reviews Identify and lead process improvements to make our systems more reliable, efficient, and scalable You can be a Rock‑Star if you have Core Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field 3‑5 years of proven experience in controlling, accounting, or financial reporting roles Deep understanding of Brazilian accounting standards, IFRS, and multi‑entity consolidation Strong command of Excel/Google Sheets and experience with financial systems Familiarity with Accounting, Compliance, Treasury (AP & AR), and FP&A Advanced English communication skills Excellent organizational and project management abilities Key Qualities Collaborative, proactive, curious, and eager to learn Goes above and beyond with a strong sense of ownership and accountability Hard‑working and hands‑on Detail‑oriented and analytical, with a problem‑solving mindset Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a dynamic environment Bonus Points (but not essential) Experience in a Big 4 or audit firm Experience in financial modeling and valuation Proven track record in building or improving accounting and tax processes in cross‑border or fast‑growing companies Previous experience in climate tech, sustainability, or international startup settings Living Our Values Trust: You believe in being kind and transparent in the workplace, fostering an environment where trust thrives and collaboration flourishes Drive: You possess an innate drive to take action with a hands‑on, can‑do attitude, propelled by urgency Impact: You dream big and are committed to making a meaningful difference in the world, aligning with our overarching mission to address climate change Benefits Compensation expectations and our comp philosophy are openly discussed in the first interview with the goal of managing expectations fairly. Home Office Budget Fully Remote: (Brazil‑based). Personal development budget Language Programme Monthly Allowance 40 days annual leave The opportunity to be autonomous, make a huge difference and belong to a vision. Occasional off‑sites in Brazil yay Laptop to fuel your productivity Application Process Roughly 6 hours across 3–6 weeks from CV‑screening. Interview with Talent & People Partner or Head of People (values & motivation) Interview with the Hiring Manager (required core skills and competencies) Optional third interview Challenge with 3+ team members (specific task, preparation needed) Verbal reference check & psychometric profiling Offer To hear about updates on future opportunities, please follow us on LinkedIn. To keep up with InPlanet market updates, subscribe to our Newsletter. How To Apply We kindly ask you to submit your CV in English, as this is the main language we use here at InPlanet (unless it is justified to be in Portuguese). This job description is intended to provide a clear summary of the responsibilities, scope, and expectations associated with this opportunity. It may apply to a range of working relationships, including full‑time or part‑time employment as well as independent contractor or service‑based arrangements, depending on the candidate's location and compliance framework. Each engagement is carefully assessed on a case‑by‑case basis to ensure alignment with applicable laws and InPlanet’s global operating standards. Being an equal opportunities work provider is very important to us, and we are committed to ensuring that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions which cannot be shown to be justifiable. We design our processes to be fair and equitable, and we believe in continuous learning. 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