Sr. Accounting Analyst II (Sao Paulo/Hybrid)

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Position Summary: Reporting to the Accounting Manager, AMR, the Sr. Accounting Analyst II will be a key member of Illumina’s accounting team and will have direct exposure in supporting Illumina’s growth. The ideal candidate will support the Manager in addressing complex issues and projects, while working collaboratively with finance and cross‑functional teams. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively in a team‑oriented environment and to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including international team members and external auditors. *This person must reside in Sao Paulo and commute 2 days/week to our corporate LATAM HQ. Please submit resume/CV in English. Responsibilities: Collaborate with bookkeeping service providers and support corporate accounting on aspects of the monthly accounting close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, reviewing account balance reconciliations, variance analysis, reconciliation between third party records and Illumina SAP book of records. Review service provider support to ensure importation process, invoicing, and prepayments are accurate and processed within 24-hour period outlined in the Service Level Agreement. Collaborate with corporate tax, accounting and service providers to support accurate and timely transfer pricing models, local tax filings, and other general tax compliance, as needed. Collaborate with service provider to ensure accurate and timely management of inventory in SAP, including reviewing the monthly inventory reconciliation. Collaborate with service provider to follow capital management process, including reviewing asset management and depreciation schedules. Support local Commercial and Customer Services teams to address any payment, invoicing, payroll, procurement, commissions, and policy questions as needed. Support EMEALA Commercial Finance team as needed on accounting issues that impact revenue projections, revenue and OpEx forecasting. Collaborate with corporate accounting team to ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements Initiate and drive projects to enhance and automate internal controls over financial reporting (system enhancements, integrations, implementations, etc.,) Support internal and external business partners, as well as regional teams Coordinate with external auditors throughout the preliminary and final audit processes, providing all requested documentation, information, and clarifications in a timely manner All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodation for additional tasks and responsibilities. Requirements: Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of accounting and finance experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent experience. Must be able to conduct business in English and Portuguese (Spanish a plus) Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications especially Microsoft Excel Preferred Qualifications: CPA or local equivalent and/ or Big 4/ Regional Public Accounting experience preferred Life science and manufacturing industries a ... (truncated, view full listing at source)