Financial Specialist

Description

Job Summary: The Financial Specialist will be instrumental in Brazilian accounting operations and will support the US finance team, contributing to the company’s mission in AgTech and sustainability. Key Highlights: 1. Will impact the mission in soil health and AgTech. 2. Will embrace learning, collaboration, and a fast-paced environment. 3. Will contribute to the future of AgTech and sustainability. **Join EarthOptics as a Financial Specialist!** Our mission is to be the leading provider of soil information, delivering maps that growers, farmers, ranchers, and other stakeholders use to increase productivity economically while improving soil health and climate outcomes. We are building a future where traditional soil sampling methods are obsolete. With EarthOptics’ recent merger with Pattern Ag, we are combining cutting-edge genomic analysis, data science, microbiology, and remote sensing to revolutionize agriculture. Our unified mission is to help farmers and ranchers sustainably increase their productivity and feed a growing world through all soil resources. We are a growing company passionate about soil health, innovative technologies, and supporting everyone across the food value chain. Currently, we have \~140 people spread across 32 states and 2 countries, coming from all walks of life, industries, and experiences. We are deeply focused on building the future of AgTech and sustainability and helping the world see soil differently. Our **Financial Specialist** will join our Brazilian SG\&A team and impact our mission through individual contributor responsibilities. We hold certain criteria across all EarthOptics hires, regardless of position or team. Regardless of function, our team embraces learning, seeks collaboration, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you align with our values and goals, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement. You may be the perfect fit for this role—or for future opportunities. **Details:** * Employment type: Full-time * Work location: This is a hybrid role (3\-4 days in-office) based at our office and lab in Campinas\-SP. * Expected start date: Immediate * Compensation: R$12\.000 \- R$15\.000 per month. * *Your actual base salary will depend on your geographic location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. EarthOptics uses compensation regions that vary by location, so please ask your recruiter to share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.* **What You’ll Do as a Financial Specialist:** *(Your responsibilities)* ***Brazilian Accounting Responsibilities (\~70\-80%)*** You are responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of accounting operations in Brazil, including: * **Month-End Close** + Take ownership of the monthly accounting close for the Brazilian entity, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations + Ensure all entries are properly supported, reviewed, and documented + Deliver a clean, timely close with clear explanations of variances * **Balance Sheet Responsibility** + Own full responsibility for the Brazilian balance sheet accounts + Prepare, review, and maintain detailed reconciliations and supporting schedules + Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies * **Payroll, Tax, and Compliance Coordination** + Coordinate with Brazilian payroll providers, tax consultants, and external accountants + Review payroll, benefits, and labor-related accounting entries to ensure accuracy and integrity + Support statutory reporting, local filings, and audit or consulting requests * **Accounts Payable and Vendor Management** + Oversee Accounts Payable (AP), supplier invoices, payment execution, and documentation integrity + Ensure expenses are properly coded, approved, and recorded per policy * **Intercompany Accounting** + Own intercompany transactions and reconciliations between the Brazil and US entities + Ensure intercompany balances are accurate, supported, and resolved promptly * **Controls and Process Improvement** + Maintain and continuously improve month-end close checklists, controls, and documentation + Proactively identify accounting, compliance, or process gaps and recommend solutions ***Support for US Accounting Operations (\~20\-30%)*** In partnership with the US Finance team, you will support selected US accounting activities, including: * Own assigned US balance sheet accounts (e.g., accruals, prepaids, intercompany) * Prepare and maintain reconciliations and close schedules * Draft variance explanations and close support documentation * Review transactions for accuracy and consistency prior to posting to the General Ledger (GL) * Assist in standardizing close templates, schedules, and processes * Provide backup support during peak close periods ***Cross-Border Coordination*** * + Serve as the primary accounting point of contact for Brazil + Establish and maintain clear communication and reporting workflows with: - US Finance - HR and Operations - Brazil Leadership + Identify issues early, document them clearly, and drive resolution + Translate local operational realities into relevant financial insights for US stakeholders **The ideal candidate for this role should possess the following qualifications:** * 6–10\+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance * Demonstrated ownership of month-end close and reconciliations * Strong understanding of Brazilian accounting, payroll, and statutory requirements * Experience working with ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred) * High attention to detail with strong documentation habits * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision—a high tolerance for ambiguity * Professional-level English (written and spoken) * Ability to work onsite in Campinas several days per week **Beyond these requirements, it would be great if you had:** * Prior experience in startup, scale\-up, or fast-paced environments * Experience working with US-based or multinational companies * Prior intercompany accounting experience * Experience coordinating with external accountants, payroll providers, or auditors **Benefits we can offer you:** * Medical and dental insurance * Meal allowance * Gympass/Wellhub * Life insurance * Professional development stipend \+ access to learning platforms * Employee referral program * *Above and Beyond* bonus program * Regular opportunities to provide *feedback* on our benefits offerings **How we make it happen:** Although we have teammates working in the field, in the office, and from home, our goal is to create a cohesive, diverse, and enriching environment for all employees. We adopt various tools to enhance our workflows and communication—both live and asynchronous. A few quick facts you should know: * We rely on Slack for communication. While there are a variety of team-specific systems to support your work, this is our main one! * We love food and emojis at EarthOptics. If hired, you’ll love (and use lots of) taco and donut emojis. * Our core business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We have teammates across all time zones, and some teams operate outside these hours. As an in-office employee, you must adhere to these hours to ensure sufficient overlap with key cross-functional teams. * To maximize our remote culture, we host company-wide connection opportunities (virtually and in person) and create space for focused work. For example, we hold a weekly all-hands meeting on Monday and designate Fridays as regular “No Meeting” days. * Instead of values, we believe in actionable “cultural concepts.” Collectively, we support each other to act and give feedback with these concepts in mind. Ours are Information and Intent, Recognition and Respect, Autonomy and Accountability. **Inclusion and Diversity at EarthOptics:** At EarthOptics, we embrace diversity and equality and oppose any form of discrimination or harassment. All hiring and promotion decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications—regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability. We are deeply committed to welcoming and including all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we ensure reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application or interview process, require support to perform essential job functions, or seek other employment benefits and privileges, please contact us at accommodations@earthoptics.com.