Finance Director
Role summary
As Finance Director you are the financial steward and strategic business partner for our Brazilian operations. You own the full financial agenda: steering, planning, forecasting, and business performance management. You serve as a critical advisor to the Country Manager and the Brazilian leadership team. This is a high-impact role at the heart of our Doctoralia Brazil business journey, blending hands-on financial excellence with strategic influence. You would drive cross-functional alignment, and ensure data-driven decision-making at every level. You’ll be part of the Doctoralia Brazil Management Team, reporting directly to Juliana López (CEO Brazil) with a dotted line to Gervasio Gari (Global VP Finance).
Qualifications
Must-have
5 or more years of relevant Finance experience, with at least 3 years in an FP&A or commercial finance role
Proven FP&A expertise, leading the budgeting process and creating models to support it
Strong analytical skills
Deep Excel modelling experience and ideally some exposure to BI and EPM tools
Well-rounded profile, comfortable with reporting, controlling, accounting, tax, and labor topics
Start-up mindset. You are dynamic, willing to multitask, and ready to get into the details
Proactive approach. You will receive guidance, but this is a senior role and does not need constant direction
Structured and organized. Able to create clear plans and presentations
Hard-working, ambitious, and focused on deadlines and results
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable presenting to a range of audiences
Leadership skills and genuine care about company values. You make others enjoy working with you
Optimistic and fun to work with
Native Portuguese and advanced English
Nice to have
Experience in a start-up or tech environment at a SaaS company
Experience in Transaction Services, Valuations, or Audit at a Big Four firm
Additional Information
What to Expect from Our Hiring Process
Firstly, CV's in English please!
We like to keep things transparent and efficient! Here’s what the process usually looks like (though it might vary slightly depending on the role):
**As part of our pre-screening process, we ask candidates to complete an SHL assessment to check numerical reasoning skills. This is a short online test that takes around 20 minutes to complete.
1️⃣ Intro Chat – A first call with our Talent Acquisition Partner Ashleigh Watson to explore mutual fit around relevant skills, value alignment, and motivation.
2️⃣ Hiring Manager Interview – A deeper dive into your experience and aspirations withPedro Prado. Take this chance to ask anything on your mind—it’s just as much about making sure we’re the right fit for you, too.
3️⃣ Country Manager Interview – Further discussion and opportunity to ask any of those burning questions to Juliana Lopez Pineda (Country Manager - Brazil).
4️⃣ VP Finance Interview - A strategic conversation with our global finance leader Gervasio Gari - to explore your approach to driving financial excellence, leadership, and impact.
5️⃣ Case Study - A practical assignment, delivered to a panel including Gervasio, Juli & Pedro - a chance to really showcase your skills and priorities. You will be given time to prepare and refine your presentation beforehand.
Finally...References & Offer!
Why You’ll Love It Here
💙 Global Benefits – No matter where you are, you’ll have access to:
Healthcare insurance – so you can focus on what matters.
Wellness that works for you – from gym memberships to mental health support, we’ve got you covered.
Time off that counts – whether it’s a vacation, your birthday, or just a day to recharge, we believe in balance.
ESOP (Employee Share Option Plan) after 6 months with us - available from specific seniority levels, because we believe in sharing our success!
📍 Local Perks – Depending on your location, you will be entitled to local benefits like meal vouchers (ticket restaurant), transport allowances, or extended parental leave.
🚀 Career Growth – We’re growing, and so can you! You’ll find lots of chances to learn, develop, and explore new paths—whether within your team or through cross-functional projects.
🌎 A Truly Global Team – Work with talented people from all over the world in a diverse and inclusive environment.
⏳ Flexibility That Works for You – Remote work and flexible hours aren’t just buzzwords here. While the extent of flexibility depends on your role and team, we value results over rigid schedules. Prefer an office setting? You're welcome at any of our hubs in Barcelona, Warsaw, Curitiba, Rio de Janeiro, Mexico City, Bogotá, Munich, Rome or Bologna.
Please note: At this time, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position. To apply, you must already have the legal right to work in your country of residence or the location of the role.
What We Believe In
At Docplanner, our values guide everything we do:
📊 Focus on results – we're here to make an impact.
🧠 Think like an owner – take responsibility, drive outcomes.
✂️ Keep it simple, keep it lean – smart solutions over complexity.
🔊 Be respectful and radically honest – openness builds trust.
📚 Learn and be curious – growth is part of the job.
Don’t just take our word for it—check out our Glassdoor to hear what our people say!
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We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, regardless of gender, disability, or background, and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.