Accounting & Tax Manager - Telecommunications

1GLOBAL is a technology-driven global mobile communications provider dedicated to empowering enterprises worldwide to unlock the full growth potential of mobile connectivity. With a best-in-class telecom technology platform, a comprehensive suite of globally viable regulatory licenses, and privileged access to the telecom wholesale market, 1GLOBAL is uniquely positioned to deliver seamless compliance and connectivity solutions. Serving the world's leading banks, corporations, and digital-first businesses—including neo-banks, travel companies, and payment service providers—1GLOBAL connects over 43 million devices globally.

With 2024 full-year revenue exceeding US$100 million, 1GLOBAL is a profitable business generating significant cash flows to fund its ongoing investments in infrastructure, transformation, and growth. 2024 saw major client wins and marked 1GLOBAL's evolution from a multi-market telecommunication provider to a global technology-driven mobile connectivity powerhouse.

Established in 2022 by experienced tech founders and entrepreneurs Hakan Koç and Pyrros Koussios, 1GLOBAL is a European technology leader driving digital transformation in the global telecommunications market. It operates as a fully regulated Mobile Virtual Network Operator ("MVNO") in nine countries and as a regulated telecommunications operator in an additional 31 countries. Headquartered in the Netherlands, with world-class R&D hubs in Lisbon, Berlin, and São Paulo, 1GLOBAL employs over 400 experts across 13 countries.

Position Overview

The Tax & Accounting Manager role sits within the Financial Control team, reporting directly to the Head of Treasury, Risk and Compliance, and is based out of our São Paulo, Brazil office. The primary focus will be on Brazilian financial management, including accounting, tax compliance, and regulatory financial reporting for our MVNO operations in Brazil. The role will oversee financial operations for our registrations in both São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. As 1GLOBAL expands its MVNO operations in the Brazilian market, this role offers exposure to a wide range of financial areas—accounting, tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and financial planning—within the complex Brazilian telecommunications regulatory environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with telecommunications experience looking to develop in a fast-growing, multinational environment with diverse and evolving financial and regulatory challenges.

The successfully hired candidate will receive onboarding and training in Lisbon, Portugal; gaining valuable skills while experiencing one of Europe's most dynamic and renowned cities.

Fluency in English is essential for this role. Please ensure your CV is submitted in English as part of your application.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Manage all accounting operations for 1GLOBAL's Brazilian entities, ensuring compliance with Brazilian accounting standards (including CPC/IFRS) and practices.
• Prepare financial statements for Brazilian operations in accordance with local requirements.
• Coordinate with global finance teams to ensure alignment with group reporting and audit requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors for Brazilian operations, including statutory audits.

Tax Compliance & Filing

• Manage tax registrations and compliance for both São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro operations, including state registrations (Inscrição Estadual) in both states.
• Prepare and file all federal tax returns (including IRPJ, CSLL, PIS, COFINS), state tax returns (ICMS), and municipal tax returns (ISS) in Brazil.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of ancillary tax obligations such as ECD, ECF, EFD-ICMS/IPI, EFD-Contribuições, SPED, and DIRF.
• Ensure compliance with Brazilian transfer pricing rules for intercompany transactions.
• Stay current with Brazilian tax legislation changes and ensure company compliance, particularly with telecommunications-specific tax regulations.

Regulatory Financial Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Anatel financial reporting requirements for MVNOs, including periodic financial submissions.
• Oversee payment and management of TFI (Installation Inspection Fee) and TFF (Operation Inspection Fee) for activated devices.
• Coordinate financial compliance with Regulamento Geral de Direitos do Consumidor de Serviços de Telecomunicações (RGC).
• Ensure proper financial record-keeping for regulatory audits and inspections.
• Coordinate with legal and regulatory teams on financial aspects of telecommunications compliance.

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CRC - Conselho Regional de Contabilidade).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial roles in Brazil.
• Strong knowledge of Brazilian accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Experience managing tax registrations and compliance across multiple Brazilian jurisdictions, specifically São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
• Proven experience with Brazilian tax reporting systems including SPED (Sistema Público de Escrituração Digital).
• Fluency in Portuguese and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience with mobile network operators or other telecommunications service providers in Brazil.
• Experience with Brazilian telecommunications taxation specifics, including FUST and FUNTEL contributions.
• Knowledge of NetSuite and Vertex.

Why 1GLOBAL?

• Growth Opportunities:Advance your career in one of the fastest growing telecommunications companies, expanding over 40% year-on-year under the leadership of successful tech entrepreneurs.
• Major Transaction Exposure:Be in the driver's seat for transactions that will have an impact on the future telco industry.
• Work with a Talented Team:From the Board and the Founders to the Senior Management Team, you will collaborate daily with the most capable and renowned external advisors, and constantly being exposed to talented and driven individuals.
• Dynamic Work Environment:Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced workplace where innovation is encouraged, and every contribution counts.
• Professional Development:Work alongside industry experts to enhance your skills and knowledge in a cutting-edge field.
• International Experience:Gain opportunities to work in different 1GLOBAL offices around the world as you grow within the company.
• Open Communication Culture:Join a team where your ideas are heard, and open dialogue is encouraged, fostering a supportive and transparent work environment.
• Get Things Done Attitude:Be part of a results-driven team that values efficiency, creativity, and the drive to make a tangible impact in the industry.

1GLOBAL is an equal opportunity employer, we value your character as much as your talent. Diversity drives our innovation, and we offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international work environment. We are excited for you to join our mission to revolutionise connectivity globally.