Financial Controller - São Paulo - Holme & Hadfield

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Financial Controller - Build the Financial Foundation for Scale

About Holme & Hadfield

Join a fast-growing omni-channel brand that's revolutionizing how collectors organize and share their passions We've scaled from startup to $6M in annual revenue in just 4 years, with ambitious plans to reach 8 figures in the coming years.

Our premium accessory organizers are loved by collectors across the USA, Canada, and Europe. We're not just selling products—we're building a community and inspiring people to preserve their stories.

We're at an inflection point and need a Financial Controller to build robust financial infrastructure that supports our aggressive growth trajectory.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Financial Controller who can take complete ownership of our financial operations and be a strategic partner to our leadership team. You'll build robust financial systems, ensure audit-ready books, and provide the insights that drive our growth strategy.

This isn't just managing numbers—you'll be the architect of our financial foundation, creating the systems and controls that enable us to scale with confidence.

What You'll Own

Complete Financial Ownership

• Own the entire accounting function end-to-end using QuickBooks
• Produce accurate monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Establish and maintain financial controls and policies
• Ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions (US, UK, EU)
• Manage complex revenue recognition across DTC, Amazon, and wholesale channels
• Oversee inventory accounting and COGS calculation for our product business
• Prepare audit-ready financials and liaise with external accountants/auditors

Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead weekly cash flow forecasting to support rapid scaling decisions
• Conduct profitability analysis by channel, product, and customer segment
• Build financial models for new product launches and market expansion
• Track and optimize omni-channel margins and unit economics
• Develop KPIs and dashboards that drive business decisions
• Provide monthly executive presentations with actionable insights

International Operations Management

• Manage multi-currency transactions and FX exposure
• Navigate VAT/sales tax compliance across US, UK, and EU markets
• Oversee supplier payment terms and inventory financing arrangements
• Work with Chinese manufacturing partners on pricing and payment structures

Leadership & Team Building

• Build the finance function as we scale toward 8 figures
• Manage relationships with lenders, investors, and financial partners
• Support vendor negotiations and contract review
• Collaborate with COO on strategic initiatives and EOS implementation
• Eventually recruit and manage finance team members as needed

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications:

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent)
• 5+ years progressive finance experience, ideally with Controller-level responsibilities
• E-commerce & inventory expertise - deep understanding of COGS in product businesses
• Multi-channel marketplace experience - Amazon, Shopify, wholesale accounting
• International operations - multi-currency, cross-border compliance, VAT/sales tax
• Cash vs accrual accounting mastery - critical for our business model
• QuickBooks advanced proficiency (or ability to master it quickly)

Highly Desirable:

• Experience scaling businesses from $5M-$20M revenue
• Background with high-growth consumer brands
• Understanding of inventory financing (Wayflyer, supplier credit, etc.)
• Experience with distributed/remote teams across multiple time zones
• Financial modeling and forecasting expertise
• Experience implementing financial systems and ERP platforms

Personal Qualities:

• Strategic thinker who can balance big picture with meticulous detail
• Ownership mindset - treats the business like it's yours
• Proactive communicator who translates complex financials into clear insights
• Builder mentality - excited by creating systems and processes from the ground up
• Resilient and adaptable - thrives in the fast-paced environment of a scaling business
• Integrity and discretion - handles sensitive financial and strategic information

Why You'll Love Working Here

Be the financial architect - Build the systems that power our growth

Rapid growth trajectory - Scale to 8 figures and beyond

International scope - Manage operations across US, UK, EU, and China

High impact role - Your work directly shapes our strategic decisions

Clear growth path - Shape the business at a pivotal moment

Fast-paced environment - Complex challenges across multiple markets

Strategic partner - Work directly with founders and leadership team

Build your function - Shape the finance team as we grow

Compensation & Growth

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with potential for performance-based incentives tied to business growth and profitability milestones. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead finance through a period of significant scale.

Ready to Build Our Financial Future?

If you're a strategic finance leader who gets excited about building the financial infrastructure for a fast-growing international business, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating the financial foundation for Holme & Hadfield's next chapter.

Apply now and become the architect of our financial growth

Holme & Hadfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.