Regional Controller

The Opportunity:

Team Liquid is looking for a Regional Controller to run Brazil accounting operations end-to-end. This role owns the general ledger, financial close, and day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring everything is accurate, on time, and compliant with Brazilian regulations.

This is a hands-on role in a lean environment, operating across the close, including intercompany, payroll, tax, and statutory requirements, while working closely with global finance teams and external accounting partners.

Location: São Paulo, Brazil. Candidates must be available for onsite collaboration at our São Paulo office at least three days per week.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Own the Brazil general ledger and maintain accurate, complete financial records

• Manage month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including timelines, issue resolution, and completeness of the books

• Prepare and review financial statements, identifying gaps or inconsistencies

• Stay close to day-to-day accounting activities and step in as needed

• Review AP aging and manage payment cycles

• Oversee payroll in partnership with HR and local providers

• Handle commissions, reimbursements, and expense activity

• Manage inventory accounting, including journal entries and transaction flow

• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations

• Perform and review bank and account reconciliations

• Maintain compliance with Brazilian tax regulations, GAAP, and a strong controls environment

• Coordinate statutory reporting and local government filings

• Ensure accounting data is audit-ready and assist with local audits

• Monitor cash flow and contribute to budgeting and forecasting

• Work with external accounting firms and vendors as needed

• Provide guidance across AP activities and junior team members

• Improve accounting processes to increase efficiency and data integrity

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of accounting experience in Brazil, including exposure to close processes

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• Active CRC registration

• Strong knowledge of Brazilian tax regulations and compliance requirements

• Experience managing month-end close, statutory reporting, and tax filings

• Experience working with US GAAP or in a multinational environment

• Experience working with external accounting firms or advisors

• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets

• Ability to manage deadlines and operate with minimal oversight

• Clear communication across local and global teams

• Fluency in Portuguese and English

You'll Earn Bonus Points If You Have: 

• Experience in a multi-entity or international environment

• Experience with inventory accounting

• Experience in media, gaming, or fast-paced environments