Business Controller - Energy - Pernambuco
Posted
Business Controller
Location
Recife Region (Cabo de Santo Agostinho), Pernambuco – Brazil
Position Overview
Petra Group is supporting a confidential international industrial client in the search for a Business Controller to be based in the Northeast region of Brazil.
This position combines financial leadership with exposure to payroll and operational support, requiring a hands-on professional capable of operating in a structured yet evolving environment, with strong interaction across finance, operations, and HR.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Accounting
- Manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Lead monthly closing and ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and international standards (IFRS/US GAAP).
- Maintain internal controls and support audit processes.
- Oversee tax compliance (ICMS, PIS/COFINS, among others).
- Act as a business partner to improve financial performance and working capital.
- Manage ERP systems and reporting tools.
- Interface with global finance teams.
Payroll & Workforce Cost Management
- Coordinate payroll processes and ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Manage payroll accounting, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Monitor workforce costs and support financial planning.
- Act as a key interface between Finance and HR.
Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Drive process improvements across finance and HR-related activities.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and Brazilian legislation.
- Support workforce analytics and reporting.
Requisitos
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- Solid experience in finance/accounting roles, preferably in multinational environments.
- Exposure to payroll and HR operations.
- Strong knowledge of Brazilian tax and labor regulations.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent English is mandatory.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical mindset
- High level of ownership and attention to detail
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
- Ability to work cross-functionally
- Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Benefícios
Compensation & Benefits
- CLT employment contract, aligned with multinational standards.
- Competitive fixed annual compensation package.
- Annual bonus, based on both company results and individual performance.
- Full benefits package in line with market practices.
- Opportunity to join a greenfield/start-up phase operation, with high visibility and impact on the business.