Lead Accountant

SQM Iodine Plant Nutrition
, a global mining and chemical company, has a worldwide leadership position in the markets in which we are present, which is possible thanks to the strategic location of our operations in northern Chile, from where we have access to high-value resources, in addition to our network of commercial offices that allows us to reach more than 100 countries with our products.

Every day we are inspired by our purpose:
"we develop unique capabilities that transform resources into life and progress"
, achieving the highest quality products that generate value to strategic industries such as health, technology and food.

This is a great opportunity for talented people who can develop as a
Accounting Lead
for our office in
Campinas, Brazil.

YOUR MISSION

Oversee and coordinate the company's administrative and financial activities, ensuring the efficient use of resources, compliance with accounting, tax, and legal obligations, and the generation of reliable information for decision-making. The objective is to guarantee financial stability, operational efficiency, and adequate support for other areas of the organization.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Bank Management

• Receive, review, and process invoice payments.
• Monitor cash balances based on the Company's cash flow needs.
• Prepare bank reconciliations.

Third-Party Management

• Keep customer and supplier master data up to date.
• Request third-party assessments through the Compliance platform.

Credit and Commercial Control

• Review and release customer orders in accordance with commercial risk policies.
• Request credit line approvals from the insurer and internal managers, depending on the amount of exposure.
• Request credit line extensions from the insurer when necessary.
• Control and monitor customer credit lines.

Inventory Management

• Perform the monthly closing of the inventory module.
• Participate in the physical inventory control committees (quarterly).
• Record adjustments resulting from physical inventory counts (when applicable).

Fixed Assets and Leases (IFRS 16)

• Control recorded fixed assets.
• Manage and monitor lease agreements in accordance with IFRS 16.
• Review monthly depreciation of fixed assets and leases.

Payroll Management

• Calculate sales commissions payable to the sales department.
• Review payroll processed by the accounting outsourcing company.
• Review monthly balances to be accounted for related to health, parafiscal contributions, and social benefits.

General Accounting

• Provide support for the proper recording of accounting transactions.
• Validate exchange rate controls on a quarterly basis.
• Coordinate the closing and opening of accounting periods.
• Manage accounting structures and taxes.
• Send the monthly closing schedule to the relevant areas.

Other Routine Activities

• Respond to and follow up on requests from the Statutory Auditor and external advisors.
• Respond to requests from Corporate Audit.
• Monitor and follow up on internal control.
• Provide administrative support in response to requests from other areas, the Finance Manager, or other corporate management.
• Analyze and communicate transfer pricing adjustments, when applicable.
• Request supplier approvals in accordance with compliance criteria.
• Manage expense reports on the Rydoo platform.
• Prepare employment certificates.
• Fill out forms for supplier registration.
• Follow up on requirements from control entities.
• Attend to legal procedures that apply to the company.

THE SKILLS YOU'LL NEED

• Graduate in Accounting (Accounting Sciences) – qualification recognized in Brazil (active CRC)
• Desirable Postgraduate degree in Finance, Taxation, or International Standards (IFRS)
• Minimum 5 years in accounting roles (general accounting, taxes, financial reporting), preferably in medium or large companies.
• Languages: Portuguese, English and Spanish.
• Brazilian accounting (local standards), taxes (ICMS, PIS/COFINS, IRPJ/CSLL), accounting reconciliations, tax compliance, reporting to the Federal Revenue Service.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Desirable use of Odoo
• Solid knowledge of Brazilian tax and accounting legislation: IRPJ, CSLL, ICMS, ISS, PIS/COFINS
• Brazilian accounting standards (CPCs), IFRS, internal accounting closing and reconciliation procedures
• Active registration with the CRC (Regional Accounting Council); IFRS course or tax MBA desirable.

WE OFFER:

• Permanent hiring
• Working day: Monday to Friday
• Place of work: Initially, it will be remote work, followed by office work in Campinas, Brazil
• The opportunity to belong and develop in a dynamic work environment and continuous learning

At
SQM Iodine Plant Nutrition
we are committed to the
Inclusion Law (Law N°21.015)
, so we invite you to inform us if you require any adjustment to properly participate in our selection processes.