Finance Analyst

Sr Finance Analyst- Rio de Janeiro (Temp, maternity leave)

As one of the world's top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Joining Fitch Ratings in LATAM offers the opportunity to work with the most celebrated credit ratings organization in the region, renowned for its excellence and leadership. We boast a track record of over four decades of experience, with more than 2,000 ratings assigned to Latin American banks, corporates, structured finance, sovereigns and other entities. We cover the most relevant capital markets, showing a deep-rooted understanding of the region's unique financial environment. Our team is committed to innovation and collaboration, providing a dynamic environment where you can make a difference.

About the role:

Finance team is looking for you The primary role is to efficiently support the day-to-day financial tasks with professionalism and under moderate supervision. This involves handling more complex duties that require independent judgment, as well as a solid understanding of company policies, procedures, and the importance of trust, confidentiality, and accuracy. The professional will be responsible for offering support in financial and administrative matters

We'll Count on You To:

• Book of journal entries
• Financial reporting
• Support audits (internal and external).
• Meet any local legal and statutory requirements.
• Reconciling and analysis of financial data. As part of the LATAM Hub, it comprises:
• Review monthly templates submitted by countries to verify accuracy, etc.
• Review income tax calculation (quarterly) and related matters such as FIN 48 and 5471 forms (annually).
• Ensure all countries are following the group policies, guidelines, etc.
• Provide support to LATAM in any finance or accounting matter.
• Support on reviewing all Financial Statements.
• Ensure all SOX requirements are met (including Brazil).

What You Need to Have:

• +4 years of accountant work experience
• Knowledge of IFRS
• Direct and indirect taxes of service companies (calculation, tax returns, etx)
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Thorough knowledge of business Portuguese, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Advanced skills in English and Portuguese (both written and spoken). Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability and willingness to learn new tasks and software as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and business professionals.
• Dynamic, proactive (contributing ideas to enhance all relevant systems and processes), initiative, contributing well in cross-functional teams, open-minded for changes, accountability
• Self-organized, committed to meet business needs and timelines, able to work flexibly where required and willing to learn
• Mature self-awareness, confident to liaise with colleagues at other group entities and outside own department and country as required.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• An energetic self-starter and team player who is capable and articulate with good interpersonal skills
• SAP experience
• Skill in recognizing and suggesting solutions to problems arising from the group's day-to-day activities.
• Capability to project a positive and considerate image to external parties and coworkers.
• Languages requirements: Portuguese (native), English (spoken and written proficiency); knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

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