Administration Head - Uruguay (Hybrid)

Why should you join dLocal?

dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets. 

By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen, in a flexible, remote-first dynamic culture with travel, health, and learning benefits, among others. Being a part of dLocal means working with 900+ teammates from 25+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer-centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.

What’s the opportunity?

dLocal is looking for a driven and experienced Administration Head to join our team in Uruguay. As part of a fast-growing global payments company, you will lead the Administration Team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across invoicing, purchasing, payment management, and compliance with financial controls. This role will be instrumental in driving excellence while working closely with other teams across the company to support business growth.

What will I be doing?

• Led and inspired the Administration Team to achieve operational excellence, setting clear objectives and providing guidance across various functions.
• Oversee all activities and processes related to customer invoicing, inter-company invoicing, procurement, travel and entertainment, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) management, among others. Ensure that all administrative processes comply with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, implementing and managing strong internal controls.
• Lead the administration team’s involvement in the monthly and yearly accounting closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all financial records.
• Work closely with different departments across dLocal to provide support on acquisition processes, supplier and customer management, and resolving cross-functional issues.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and propose strategic cost-saving initiatives that align with company goals, helping to optimize operational costs.

What skills do I need?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a similar field.
• Strong background in administration (A/P, A/R, Procurement) within multinational companies, with solid experience managing processes such as invoicing, procurement, and compliance.
• Proven leadership ability to serve as a key reference within the Administration Team and across the company.
• Proficiency in SAP, with experience in reporting, data analysis, and workflow management.
• Capable of building strong relationships across different departments and regions, ensuring smooth collaboration and mutual support.
• Ability to quickly adapt to evolving projects, priorities, and company goals, and efficiently handle multiple responsibilities.
• High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and strong analytical capabilities to oversee diverse processes.
• Energetic, self-driven, and confident, with a proactive approach to improving operations.
• Fluent English.

What happens after you apply?

Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!

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