Accounting Lead

53 Minutes ago • 10 Years +
Accounting

Job Description

Nu, the world's largest digital banking platform outside Asia, is seeking an Accounting Lead for its US operations. This role involves preparing statutory financial statements, designing financial controls, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP and regulatory requirements. The lead will also be responsible for reviewing financial controls, assisting with audits, and providing insights to optimize financial performance. This position requires extensive accounting experience and strong analytical skills.
Good To Have:
  • Previous experience with financial instruments.
  • Experience in Fintech industries, Financial Institutions or Big 4.
Must Have:
  • Prepare statutory financial statements and design financial controls.
  • Review monthly trial balance and general reconciliation controls.
  • Assist with regulatory reporting analysis and preparation.
  • Prepare supporting documentation for internal and regulatory audits.
  • Ensure accurate recording and reporting of credit operations and deposits.
  • Comply with US GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Provide insights to optimize financial performance and address risks.
  • Assist in developing and implementing internal controls.
  • Support execution of financial controls (SOX, Entity level controls).
  • Stay updated on industry trends and regulations.
  • Monitor and analyze key financial metrics and performance indicators.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports and variance analyses.
  • 10+ years experience in accounting.
  • Experience with internal/external audits and regulatory bodies.
  • Experience in local tax matters.
  • Proficiency in English.
  • Experience in IFRS and SOX compliance.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  • CPA or equivalent certification.
Perks:
  • Opportunity of earning equity at Nu
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Extended maternity and paternity leaves
  • Nucleo - Our learning platform of courses
  • NuLanguage - Our language learning program
  • NuCare - Our mental health and wellness assistance program
  • 401K
  • Saving Plans - Health Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Work-from-home Allowance

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About Us

Nu is the world’s largest digital banking platform outside of Asia, serving over 118 million customers across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. The company has been leading an industry transformation by leveraging data and proprietary technology to develop innovative products and services.

Guided by its mission to fight complexity and empower people, Nu caters to customers’ complete financial journey, promoting financial access and advancement with responsible lending and transparency. The company is powered by an efficient and scalable business model that combines low cost to serve with growing returns. Nu’s impact has been recognized in multiple awards, including Time 100 Companies, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and Forbes World’s Best Banks. Learn more :https://international.nubank.com.br/careers/

You'll be responsible for

  • Prepare statutory financial statements and design financial controls relating to general ledger including (structure of the financials, policies and disclosures).
  • Review on a monthly basis the trial balance and the general reconciliation controls.
  • Assist with regulatory reporting analysis and preparation efforts.
  • Preparation of supporting documentation for internal and regulatory audits.
  • Ensure accurate recording and reporting of credit operation and deposits in compliance with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance and address potential risks.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of internal controls to credit operations and deposits.
  • Support execution of financial controls (SOX, Entity level controls related to accounting process)
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging regulations, and best practices concerning credit operations and deposits financial reporting.
  • Monitor and analyze key financial metrics, trends, and performance indicators relevant to the market.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making.

We are looking for a person who has

  • Extensive experience (10+ years) in accounting, including reconciliations, depreciation, financial controls, and accounting closing.
  • Experience in assisting with internal and external audits, as well as engaging with regulatory bodies.
  • Experience in local tax matters
  • Proficiency in English.
  • Experienced in IFRS and SOX compliance.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification required.
  • Previous experience with financial instruments is highly desirable.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Experience in Fintech industries, Financial Institutions or Big 4.

Our Benefits

  • Opportunity of earning equity at Nu
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Extended maternity and paternity leaves
  • Nucleo - Our learning platform of courses
  • NuLanguage - Our language learning program
  • NuCare - Our mental health and wellness assistance program
  • Extended maternity and paternity leaves
  • 401K
  • Saving Plans - Health Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Work-from-home Allowance

Our Nu Way of Working

Our work model is hybrid and has cycles that can be from two to three months according to the business of ​​expertise. For every eight or twelve weeks of remote work, one will be at the office.

Link to support: https://building.nubank.com.br/nu-way-of-working-nubanks-new-hybrid-work-model/

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