Accounting Manager

Sulzer Chemtech, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Estado de México; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Savings fund

30-day Christmas bonus

Major medical expenses insurance

International team interaction

National and international growth

Job summary

Sulzer Chemtech, S. de R.L. de C.V.

is seeking an Accounting Expert to manage complex accounting tasks, ensure accuracy of financial records, and provide expert support in reporting, audits and process optimization. The role targets seasoned professionals capable of leading large projects with limited oversight. Ideal candidates will have IFRS and local Mexican standards expertise, extensive month-end closing experience, and strong knowledge of tax accounting, intercompany activities, and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Mexican accounting standards.
• Extensive experience with month-end closing and statutory reporting.
• Experience leading internal and external audits with minimal adjustments.
• Proficiency in tax accounting under IFRS and understanding of transfer pricing.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex accounting tasks ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate audits with internal and external teams and authorities.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, recharges and corporate reporting requirements.
• Improve accounting processes, controls, and KPIs; drive automation initiatives.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Month-end closing

Audit leadership

Tax accounting

Intercompany/Transfer pricing

ERP proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/BA

Tools

SAP

Excel

Qlik Sense/Tagetik

Job description

About the role

Job Summary

The Accounting Expert is responsible for managing complex accounting tasks and ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial records. This role provides expert-level support in financial reporting, audits, and process optimization. This job profile is intended for recognized subject matter experts in a job area. Required to manage large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaches, reviews and delegates work to lower level professionals.

1. 1. Strong Accounting and Financial Reporting Expertise
   1. Solid knowledge of IFRS and local Mexican accounting standards.
   2. Extensive experience in month-end closing, statutory reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
   3. Understanding of current and deferred tax accounting and related disclosures.
   4. Experience with intercompany transactions, recharges, and corporate reporting requirements.
2. 2. Audit Leadership and Compliance
   1. Proven experience leading internal and external audits with minimal adjustments.
   2. Ability to coordinate effectively with auditors, corporate teams, and regulatory authorities.
   3. Strong knowledge of internal controls, SOD principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
   4. Experience ensuring compliance with local statutory and corporate requirements.
3. 3. Tax and Regulatory Knowled ge
   1. Strong understanding of: Corporate income tax o Indirect taxes (VAT) o Tax compliance and tax risk management o Tax accounting under IFRS
   2. Knowledge of Transfer Pricing regulations and international transactions.
   3. Experience managing relationships with tax advisors and government authorities is highly desirable.
4. 4. Manufacturing / Industrial Sector Experience
   1. Previous experience in a multinational manufacturing or industrial company.
   2. Understanding of operational finance processes and interaction with Shared Service Centers.
   3. Familiarity with Purchase-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Record-to-Report (R2R) environments.
5. 5. Leadership and Stakeholder Management
   1. Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
   2. Ability to influence and collaborate with: o Finance leadership o Shared Service Centers o Treasury o Tax o Legal o Human Resources o External auditors and consultants
   3. Strong communication and presentation skills for interactions with senior management.
6. 6. Continuous Improvement and Business Process Optimizatio n
   1. Demonstrated ability to: o Improve accounting processes and controls. o Drive standardization and automation initiatives. o Monitor and improve KPIs. o Identify efficiencies and cost‑saving opportunities.
7. 7. Systems and Technology
   1. Advanced proficiency in: o ERP systems (SAP preferred) o Microsoft Excel o Microsoft Office Suite
   2. Experience with reporting and analytics tools such as Tagetik or Qlik Sense is a plus.
8. 8. Professional Background
   1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
   2. 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience in multinational organizations.
   3. Prior experience in Big 4 Audit firms combined with corporate accounting experience is highly valued.
   4. Professional certifications such as CPA, MBA, or equivalent are considered a strong advantage.
9. 9. Languages
   1. Advanced English (written and verbal) required due to frequent interaction with global stakeholders and headquarters.

What we offer you

We offer:

• Salary according to experience
• Life insurance
• Savings fund
• 30-day Christmas bonus
• Major medical expenses insurance
• Interaction with international team
• National and international job growth options
• Benefits above the law

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

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