Finance & Accounting Manager Latam

A2MAC1; Santiago de Querétaro; Presencial; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is searching for a Finance Manager to lead financial operations in Mexico. This pivotal role involves internalizing bookkeeping, managing tax compliance, and overseeing financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of Mexican financial regulations. You will collaborate with various teams to drive process improvements and ensure compliance with local and group standards. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the success of innovative financial strategies and operations.

Formación

• 10-12 years of finance experience focusing on local reporting and tax management in Mexico.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and develop the finance team.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee local accounts and ensure compliance with Mexican accounting standards.
• Manage operational tax activities and ensure timely tax reporting.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for the Headquarters Group Finance team.

Conocimientos

Analytical Thinking

Leadership and Team Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving and Decision-Making

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certifications (CPA, CFA)

Herramientas

SAGE ERP

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to join our team in Mexico. This role will be responsible for internalizing bookkeeping, overseeing local accounts, managing operational tax activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and leading key finance projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Mexican financial regulations, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional initiatives.

GROUP ACTIVITY

A2MAC1 is the leading provider of data and benchmarking analysis for the automotive industry worldwide and a market leader. A2MAC1 offers the most comprehensive set of benchmarking and cost calculation solutions used by engineers and designers at every stage of the automotive value chain. This solution enables companies to understand the competitive landscape, improve their innovation capabilities, design automotive platforms, and enhance cost efficiency. Founded 25 years ago, A2MAC1 has become the industry standard, deeply integrated into its clients' processes. The Group is the main catalyst for innovation and cost savings for the global automotive industry.

ROLE & RESPONSABILITES

Reporting to the Finance Manager Americas and the Global Accounting Director, within the Group Finance Department, the Finance Manager LATAM will be in charge of the following topics. He will be seconded by an accounting executive.

The position is based in Queretaro (Mexico).

Local Accounts

• Internalize the bookkeeping functions from our local accounting firm.
• Put in place the Group ERP (SAGE). Implement a proper mapping between local accounts and Group accounts.
• Oversee and manage the preparation of local financial statements in compliance with Mexican accounting standards (NIF).
• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of local financial data and records.
• Maintain and improve internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and improve the P2P processes within our Group System PROCURIFY.

Operational tax management

• Internalize the operational tax management which is currently outsourced to an accounting firm.
• Manage local tax reporting and compliance, including VAT, corporate income tax, and other local taxes in Mexico.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required tax filings (monthly, quarterly, and annual returns).
• Stay up-to-date with local tax regulations and provide guidance to the organization on tax planning and strategies.
• Collaborate with legal and external tax advisors to mitigate tax risks and optimize tax processes.
• Oversee tax audits and address any inquiries or issues raised by tax authorities.
• Assure the correct application of Transfer Pricing policy as per Group guidelines. Ensure the transfer pricing benchmarking is up-to-date liaising with the local tax and TP advisors. Ensure the Transfer Pricing documentation is prepared annually in coordination with the Global Accounting Director.
• Optimize, analyze, and check tariffs and custom duties costs for the company. Follow up on the duty-free program (Immex) implementation.

Reporting

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the Headquarters Group Finance team on a monthly basis.
• Provide insights into financial performance, including variance analysis, budget comparisons, and forecasting for all costs.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with corporate guidelines and local regulations.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes to ensure all financial data is accurately reported.
• Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts for costs and cash flows.
• Ensure reporting rules and guidelines are followed: cost-centers, intercompany partnerships, appropriate GL accounts.
• Ensure Group deadlines are met monthly.

Projects

• Internalize bookkeeping
• Internalize tax management
• Implement the Group ERP
• Lead process improvements and business integration efforts.

INTERACTIONS

The Finance Manager will be a key business partner for Operations in Queretaro. The role involves liaising with the FP&A team, the Group Reporting Team, the IT Finance System Project Manager, and the Group CFO.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Analytical Thinking:

• Strong ability to analyze financial data and extract insights for decision-making.
• Skills in variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ability to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements.

Leadership and Team Management:

• Leadership skills to manage, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Experience in managing teams for accurate and timely financial processes.
• Excellent communication skills to foster collaboration and high performance.

Communication Skills:

• Fluent in Spanish, with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in English for global interaction and reporting.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to senior management.
• Comfort in interacting with Headquarters teams.

Problem Solving and Decision-Making:

• Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues, propose solutions, and act.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure, balancing short-term needs and strategic goals.

Attention to Detail:

• High accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.
• Ability to detect discrepancies and ensure financial integrity.
• Well-organized, rigorous, and detail-oriented.

Adaptability:

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and regulatory environments.

BACKGROUND

Education:

· Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field is required.

· A Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certifications (CPA, CFA) are preferred.

Experience:

· 10-12 years in finance, with a focus on local financial reporting and tax management in Mexico.

· Experience in multinational companies or across finance functions (controlling, reporting, tax).

· Proven success in project management related to finance or system implementations.

· Proficient in English.

· Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) is an asset.

· Leadership and management training is encouraged.