Chief Accounting Officer

Company Description

The organization is a private community of AWS Golden Jacket holders from Brazil, focused on professional growth and collaboration within the broader AWS ecosystem. Members connect to share experiences, discuss certifications and recertification strategies, and explore speaking opportunities and events. The community also collaborates on initiatives, industry trends, technical deep dives, and content planning for the Golden Jackets Brazil page. Membership is by invitation only and reserved for verified Golden Jacket recipients, ensuring a highly specialized and engaged network. This is an independent community, not officially affiliated with Amazon Web Services, and operates under clear rules promoting professionalism, respect, and confidentiality. Role Description The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) is a full-time, remote role responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting activities for the organization. This role will lead the design and maintenance of financial processes, ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, and develop policies that support responsible financial management of community initiatives. The CAO will monitor budgets, track expenses related to events and programs, and provide transparent reporting to leadership to support strategic decision-making. Day-to-day tasks include supervising accounting operations, coordinating with any external finance or tax professionals, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and implementing controls to safeguard organizational resources. The CAO will also collaborate with community leaders to forecast financial needs, optimize resource allocation, and contribute to long-term financial planning.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Accounting and Finance skills, with experience in managing organizational budgets and financial operations. Candidates should possess expertise in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, including preparation, analysis, and presentation to leadership. Candidates should possess a Certified Public Accounting (CPA) credential or equivalent professional certification, or demonstrable experience in a senior accounting role. Candidates should possess proficiency with accounting software and financial management tools, and familiarity with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements. Candidates should possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Candidates should possess experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and providing clear, actionable financial insights.