Regional Finance Manager (Latam)

Perkins&Will is seeking an experienced Regional Finance Manager to oversee and support financial operations across our LATAM studios in São Paulo, Brazil and Monterrey, Mexico.

This critical role will provide hands-on financial management, partner with studio leadership, and collaborate with our global finance team to ensure accuracy, compliance, and actionable financial insights.

The ideal candidate is fluent in both English and Spanish, holds relevant certifications (CPC, CPA, or MBA), and has extensive experience in professional services finance—preferably within architecture or engineering firms.

Location Flexibility : This position may be based in Atlanta, Miami, Dallas, Houston, Austin, São Paulo (Brazil), or Monterrey (Mexico).

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with studio leadership and project managers across the LATAM region to monitor project financial performance, including work plans, budgets, and staffing alignment.

Provide financial guidance and training to project teams as needed.

Participate in monthly financial analytics reviews with the COO and CFO.

Oversee all regional accounting functions : time and expense reporting, invoicing, collections, A / R, A / P, payroll, and journal entries.

Coordinate the preparation and filing of all statutory reports and tax documents

Review and advise on financial terms in client contracts.

Provide financial and operational reports, budget variance analysis, and ad-hoc data to support executive decision-making.

Assist in the development of the annual operations plan.

Maintain clear communication with corporate accounting and other regional studios on joint projects.

Contribute to firmwide finance process improvements and initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; CPA, CPC, or MBA required.

10+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a professional services environment (architecture / engineering firm experience preferred).

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.

Proficient in ERP systems, preferably Deltek Vantagepoint.

Strong organization, analytical, and time management skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Apply Today

Join a globally recognized design firm where your financial expertise will shape and support the future of our LATAM operations.

Submit your resume and cover letter through the Perkins&Will careers page.

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