Finance Senior Analyst

About MGI In April 2024, MGI Tech opened a Customer Experience Center in Brazil to contribute to the advancement of genomics in Latin America. The goal is to provide a facility for clinical and research laboratories, hospitals, and universities to enhance learning and experience with genetic sequencing technology, applied in precision medicine, oncology, Agri genomics (the application of genomics in agriculture), and metagenomics (the study of environmental microbial communities), among other segments. MGI Brazil is committed to enabling effective and affordable healthcare solutions for all. Based on its proprietary technology, MGI produces sequencing devices, equipment, consumables, and reagents to support life science research, medicine, and healthcare. MGI is recognized globally as an innovator and for conducting international collaborative projects with leading research institutions for the betterment of mankind and the world in which we live. MGI values its employees, as we believe they are the driving force behind our success and commercial expansion globally. POSITION PROFILE MGI is seeking an in-country finance professional to play an important role in the expansion of business operations in Brazil. This position will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely financials for MGI-Brazil as well as managing the contract accounting firm for Brazil operations and liaison with the commercial team in Brazil. In order to achieve success in this role the position requires the ability to collaborate effectively across all functions and levels, as well as across international boundaries, with finance teams in the US and Shenzhen, China. Reporting to the US Finance Director, the position is based in São Paulo, Brazil. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Operation: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities. Support customer invoicing and sales tax calculation. Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions. Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures. Support financial processes and IT system improvements (e.g., CRM, Oracle ERP, Concur, internally designed Shared Service Platform) Month-end Closing and Reporting: Responsible for over-seeing the contract accounting team in Brazil. Prepare Month-end closing and ensure accurate and timely Finance Statements are submitted to HQ Reporting team. Arrange stock take and fixed assets take procedures. Tax Compliance and annual audit support: Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Work with tax consultants to prepare and file tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations. Support group annual audit procedures (i.e. audit confirmations and PBC list) Cash Management: Monitor and manage the company's cash flow, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations. Own the cash management function and liaison with treasury administrator in US. Budgeting and Forecasting: Participate in the annual budgeting process for MGI Brazil and Actual v Budget analysis. Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions. Commercial Team Support: Build relationships with and support the Brazil Commercial team. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. QUALIFICATIONS At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience in a fast-paced, fluid, results-oriented, hands-on environment, including with teams that are geographically dispersed across international boundaries. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards. Experience with ERP and Financial IT systems (e.g., CRM, Oracle ERP, Concur, etc.) BS/BA degree in Accounting/Finance/Business. CPA a plus. Biotechnology/Medical Devices/Pharmaceutical industry experience and multinational experience; experience with import tax a plus. Proven experience in instrument sales or related industry is a plus. Knowledge of Portuguese and English is required. Chinese language a plus. Must have strong excel skills. BEHAVIORS, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE Team-oriented with outstanding integrity, accuracy, and organizational skills. Ability to proactively identify and solve problems. Exhibits the highest degree of integrity and ethics, with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Strong team player willing to be flexible and to tackle a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Ability to navigate and be successful in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment. Results-oriented with excellent analytic, communication, and collaboration skills Ability to operate under different business models and complex business structures.