Accounting Supervisor

Cornerstone Global Partners (CGP Group); Santiago; Sur place; CLP 42 000 000 - 70 000 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cornerstone Global Partners (CGP Group) seeks an experienced Accounting Supervisor to lead the Chile subsidiary's daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate monthly close, reliable financial reporting, and timely tax filings.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA, is proficient in SAP FI/CO, and has strong knowledge of Chilean standards (NIF/IFRS). English fluency, 10+ years of accounting experience including 3+ in supervision, and multinational experience are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or team management role.
• CPA qualification or equivalent professional credential.
• Proficient in SAP FI/CO modules for daily accounting and reporting.
• Familiar with Chilean local accounting standards (NIF) and IFRS.
• English sufficient for daily work communication.

Responsabilités

• Full-cycle accounting for the Chile subsidiary with accuracy and compliance.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare and review vouchers, general ledger, sub-ledgers, and financial statements.
• Manage fixed assets, inventory, AR/AP, expense accruals and other accounting areas.
• Ensure tax filings and compliance with Chilean SII requirements.
• Support audits, internal controls, and group reporting.

Connaissances

Excel

English

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Outils

SAP FI/CO

Description du poste

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor with a strong accounting background and a CPA qualification to lead the daily accounting operations of our Chile subsidiary, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of monthly closing, financial reporting, and tax filings. The ideal candidate should be proficient in SAP financial modules, familiar with Chilean local accounting standards and tax requirements, and have experience in the automotive industry or multinational companies.

Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Month-End Closing

• Responsible for full-cycle accounting of the Chile subsidiary, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure timely completion.
• Prepare and review accounting vouchers, general ledger, sub-ledgers, and financial statements.
• Manage fixed assets, inventory, AR/AP, expense accruals, and other accounting areas.
• Ensure accounting treatment complies with Chilean local accounting standards (NIF/IFRS) and group accounting policies.

2. SAP System Operation & Maintenance

• Proficient in SAP FI/CO modules for daily accounting and system operations.
• Participate in SAP implementation, upgrade, or optimization projects, supporting configuration and testing.
• Use SAP reporting tools to generate management reports and analytical data.
• Issue Chilean subsidiary statutory financial statements and management reports on time.
• Prepare monthly business analysis reports and report financial results to headquarters and local management.
• Support group consolidation by providing required reporting data.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required materials and explanations.

4. Tax Management

• Responsible for Chilean monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings (IVA, income tax, withholding tax, etc.).
• Ensure tax treatment complies with Chilean Internal Revenue Service (SII) requirements, completing filings and payments on time.
• Manage tax vouchers and archives, and support tax audits and inspections.
• Monitor changes in Chilean tax regulations, assess their impact on the company, and provide recommendations.
• Maintain communication with external tax advisors to ensure tax compliance.

5. Internal Controls & Process Optimization

• Establish and maintain accounting-related internal control processes.
• Identify risk points in accounting and tax processes and propose improvements.
• Drive standardization and automation of accounting processes to improve efficiency.
• Support headquarters in internal control testing and compliance reviews.

6. Team Management

• Lead and manage the local accounting team, assigning tasks and supervising execution.
• Train team members to enhance overall professional capabilities.
• Coordinate communication and collaboration with other departments.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting.
• Qualification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience: 10+ years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or team management role.

Required Skills

• SAP: Proficient in SAP FI/CO modules, familiar with month-end closing and reporting.
• Accounting Standards: Familiar with Chilean local accounting standards (NIF) and IFRS.
• Tax Experience: Experience in Chilean tax filing and management, familiar with SII requirements.
• Language: English sufficient for daily work communication.
• Skills: Proficient in Excel, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the automotive industry or multinational companies is preferred.
• Experience in SAP implementation or migration projects is a plus.
• Experience at a Big Four accounting firm is a plus.
• Familiarity with Chilean local tax regulations and filing systems is a plus.

Required Skills (Key Competencies)

• Professional Qualification: Accounting background with CPA or equivalent.
• SAP Operation: Proficient in SAP FI/CO, able to independently handle daily accounting and month-end closing.
• Month-End Closing: Familiar with the full closing process, able to complete closing and reporting efficiently and accurately.
• Financial Reporting: Able to independently prepare statutory and management reports with accurate data.
• Tax Management: Familiar with Chilean tax filing processes, able to handle daily tax matters.
• Communication: Able to communicate effectively with headquarters, local teams, and external advisors.
• Time Management: Able to complete multiple tasks with high quality before deadlines.