Account and Finance Lead

RGP; Hanko; On-site; EUR 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Professional development program

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Job summary

RGP in Costa Rica is seeking an experienced Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager to lead the local accounting operations and align with a U.S.-based corporate finance organization. You will establish a disciplined month-end close, strengthen internal controls, and support financial consolidation while partnering with local and global stakeholders to build a scalable finance function.

The role requires 8+ years in accounting, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 8+ years progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience as Accounting Manager/Controller or senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and financial reporting function for the Costa Rica operation.
• Establish and improve monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting meeting regulatory and corporate standards.
• Partner with U.S.-based finance to support consolidation and reporting.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statement prep.
• Strengthen internal controls and governance for scalable finance operations.

Skills

Leadership

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Cross-border collaboration

Spanish fluency

English proficiency

Month-end close experience

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Our client is seeking a hands-on and experienced Accounting & Financial Reporting Manager to lead and strengthen its accounting operations in Costa Rica while ensuring seamless alignment with a U.S.-based corporate finance organization.

This role is ideal for a finance leader who enjoys building structure, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You will play a critical role in establishing a disciplined month-end close process, enhancing financial reporting accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and supporting financial consolidation efforts. As a key member of the finance team, you will partner with both local and global stakeholders to build a scalable accounting function that supports the organization’s continued growth.

Ideal Background

We are particularly interested in candidates from multinational corporations, Shared Services Centers (SSC), Global Business Services (GBS) organizations, or Big Four firms who have experience bridging local accounting operations with U.S. corporate reporting requirements.

The ideal candidate combines technical accounting excellence with a hands-on leadership style and a passion for building scalable processes, improving financial rigor, and developing a world-class finance function in Costa Rica.

What you will work on

• Lead the accounting and financial reporting function for the Costa Rica operation.
• Establish, manage, and continuously improve monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Partner closely with the U.S.-based finance organization to support financial consolidation and reporting activities.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and process governance to support a best-in-class finance organization.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with local and global business partners to provide financial insights and operational support.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Leverage NetSuite ERP to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and operational effectiveness.

What you will bring

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience as an Accounting Manager, Controller, or other senior accounting leadership role.
• Proven track record of implementing and managing robust month-end close processes.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience working within multinational organizations and reporting to a U.S.-based parent company.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP is required.
• Experience supporting financial consolidations and corporate reporting requirements.
• Fluency in Spanish and professional proficiency in English.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements, building internal controls, and enhancing financial operations.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with a practical, roll-up-your-sleeves approach to execution.

What you can expect

• An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
• Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
• Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

What we do

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints. We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people. By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together. We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success. It’s time to rethink how work gets done. Dare to Work Differently with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.