Head of Finance

Limeira, SP, BrazilExecutivePosted Oct 30, 2026

Job description

Req ID 73851 | Limeira, Brazil, ZF Passive Safety Systems Brazil Ltda. Tasks Ensure the company is provided with financial resources in a timely manner, at the lowest possible risk and cost, while supporting short-, medium-, and long-term cost budget targets. Maximize financial gains through the effective operational management of the company's financial resources.

Contribute to the accuracy of accounting and tax records by analyzing and supporting the classification and recording of transactions in compliance with accounting standards and applicable legislation. Ensure timely payments and collections related to purchasing and sales activities through effective management of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures related to company operations, verifying adherence to established regulations and standards. Be responsible for processes involving the raising and investment of financial resources, as well as managing all banking relationships. Define credit limits for operations involving Spare Parts, Remanufacturing, and Export transactions with third parties by conducting credit risk assessments of customers.

Manage receivables with the objective of minimizing the occurrence and impact of losses resulting from customer default. Support, monitor, and analyze internal and external audit activities. Manage the team by selecting, coaching, training, monitoring performance, conducting evaluations, ensuring compliance with organizational procedures and safety regulations, scheduling vacations, and handling other personnel management activities.

Develop financial strategies in collaboration with various divisions and business units worldwide to optimize financial resources. Maintain a high standard of excellence within the corporate finance department by investing in research, technical knowledge, benchmarking, and best-practice comparisons with leading companies.

Develop, implement, and manage the risk management process, including risk identification, analysis, assessment, treatment, and monitoring. Define the methodology and implement the operational risk management process, including risk identification, analysis, mitigation plans, and contingency planning. Profile Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field.

Experience in Treasury, Financial Planning, Credit & Collections, and team management. Strong knowledge of cash flow management, fundraising, and investment of financial resources. Experience managing accounts payable and accounts receivable. Knowledge of accounting principles, tax legislation, and internal controls. Experience in credit analysis and financial risk management.

Experience with internal and external audits. Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and ad vanced Excel skills. Advanced or fluent English proficiency. Be part of our ZF Lifetec team as Head of Finance and apply now! Contact Barbara Campa Fernandez [email protected]

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