• Job Description

  Req#: JR00018207

  Zoetis values and supports inclusion, valuing equal opportunities.

  Workplace: São Paulo - SP

  Position Summary:

  We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Finance Director to lead all financial activities for Zoetis Brazil. The ideal candidate is a transformational leader with a proven track record in managing complex financial environments within multinational organizations.
  
  This role is responsible for overseeing core finance functions—Controlling, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, and Compliance—ensuring alignment with US GAAP, local standards, Zoetis policies, and Brazilian regulations. The Finance Director will serve as a key business partner to the Country Leadership Team, supporting strategic decisions, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
  

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing finance organization aligned with Zoetis’s culture of ownership and innovation.

  • Ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting across statutory, tax, and corporate requirements.

  • Drive business performance through proactive financial planning, forecasting, and insightful analysis.

  • Partner with commercial, manufacturing, and supply chain leadership to evaluate strategic initiatives, pricing, and margin optimization.

  • Lead change management, process improvements, and finance transformation aligned with business needs.

  • Oversee internal controls, audits (internal and external), and compliance with SOX and corporate standards.

  • Ensure accurate and timely delivery of operational plans, monthly financial forecasts, and financial submissions.

  • Ensure full compliance with local tax obligations and legal requirements, including statutory filings and audits.

  • Manage working capital effectively to optimize the company’s financial resources.

  • Interact with government agencies, tax authorities, and financial institutions, clearly articulating Zoetis’s position on financial matters.

  • Support and guide the organization through business development initiatives and system/process migrations.

  • Foster a financial education mindset through structured 'Finance for Non-Finance' training for commercial leaders.

  • Support M&A activities, including post-merger integration and business restructuring where applicable.

  • Act as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax authorities, and other regulatory bodies.

  Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field.

  • 10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in Finance, including 3–5 years in a Director-level role.

  • Demonstrated experience leading multifunctional teams and developing high-performance cultures.

  • Proven track record in business partnering across commercial and operational areas.

  • Experience in managing transformation, restructuring, or integration processes.

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles (US GAAP/IFRS), taxation, treasury, and internal controls.

  • Fluent in English and Portuguese; Spanish is a plus.

  Preferred Attributes:

  • Experience in the Animal Health, Pharmaceutical, or Consumer Industry sectors.

  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.

  • Comfortable in fast-paced, matrixed, and dynamic business environments.

  Position Requirements:

  • Hybrid Work: 3 Days at the office and 2 Days remote.

  • Availability for national and international travel. 20% of the time.

  Full time

• About the company

  Zoetis Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock.

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