Location: puebla, mx.
job summary:
the accounting manager is responsible for overseeing all accounting within the organization. This role involves leading an accounting team, ensuring compliance with accounting and tax regulations, preparing accurate financial reports, and providing strategic analysis to senior management.
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responsibilities:
team supervision: direct and manage an accounting team, assigning tasks, setting goals, and ensuring adequate staff training.
* foster a collaborative environment within the accounting department and across other business functions
accounts payable process supervision: supervise and direct the team responsible for invoice processing, ensuring all transactions are accurately and timely recorded.
payment management: coordinate payments to suppliers according to agreed terms and procedures established by the organization, ensuring compliance with internal policies and tax regulations.
accounts receivable management:
* oversee the daily operations of the accounts receivable department, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, collections, and cash application.
* coordinate with sales, customer service, and other departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure efficient billing and collections processes
* monitor accounts receivable aging reports and work with customers to facilitate payments, including setting up payment plans or negotiating terms when necessary
* perform regular analysis of ar trends, highlighting areas for improvement and implementing solutions
data verification: review and verify the accuracy of information before invoicing, ensuring all data is complete and correct. Collaborate with departments such as sales and customer service to obtain necessary information for accurate and timely billing.
financial reporting: prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (gaap) or other applicable standards such as ifrs.
consolidation of financial statements
* manage the preparation and consolidation of financial statements for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with gaap or ifrs, as applicable
* coordinate with international subsidiaries or business units to collect necessary financial data for consolidation.
* ensure that intercompany transactions are properly eliminated and that consolidating entries are accurately recorded.
fixed asset recording and maintenance: manage the complete lifecycle of fixed assets, from acquisition to disposal, ensuring accuracy in accounting records and proper classification according to accounting and tax regulations.
depreciation and amortization: calculate depreciation and amortization of fixed assets using accepted accounting and fiscal methods and maintain updated records of the assets' net book value.
payroll supervision: responsible for reviewing the calculations of the company's payrolls, as well as the severance payments and the payment of worker-employer contributions.
regulatory compliance: ensure compliance with all tax and regulatory requirements, including tax filings and external audits.
* attend and answer all information requirements from the authorities (sat, imss, infonavit, ministry of finance, inegi, ministry of economy)
analysis and advisory: provide financial analysis to senior management for strategic decision-making, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
process improvement: continuously evaluate and improve accounting and financial processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
coordination with external audit: serve as the primary point of contact for external audit, facilitating review of financial statements and supporting documents.
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qualifications:
* bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; preferably with cpa (certified public accountant) or equivalent qualification.
* relevant previous experience in accounting roles, ideally with at least 5 years in supervisory or managerial positions.
* profound knowledge of gaap or other relevant accounting standards.
* strong analytical skills and ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely.
* solid knowledge of accounting systems and financial management software.
* advanced skills in excel and ability to handle large volumes of data.
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key competencies:
* effective leadership and team management skills.
* accuracy and attention to detail.
* analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
* organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.
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software requirements:
erp systems: experience and proficiency in using erp (enterprise resource planning) systems such as sap, oracle financials, microsoft dynamics, contpaq or equivalent.
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language requirements:
advanced proficiency in english both in writing and speaking (no negotiable)
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