Financial Accounting and Reporting Manager

Smiths Group; Estado de México; Presencial; MXN 80,000 - 100,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multinational service provider in Mexico seeks a seasoned leader for the Financial Accounting and Reporting team. You will oversee key processes and ensure compliance while driving digitalisation and improving financial operations. The role requires a strong background in financial reporting and cash management, along with proven leadership in a diverse environment. The position offers a full-time contract within the Finance department.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in financial accounting and reporting.
• Experience in cash management within complex multi-currency environments.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems, especially SAP.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor the GL and Cash Management team.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close activities.
• Monitor KPIs and drive process improvements.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Cash Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree or CPA

Herramientas

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Join Our Transformative Finance Team

Join our transformative Finance team at the John Crane Mexico Shared Service Centre and lead the Financial Accounting and Reporting team supporting the John Crane businesses across North America and Ireland. The role is responsible for overseeing the accuracy, compliance and timeliness of transactional financial accounting cash management and management reporting while mentoring the team of GL and Cash Management Specialists.

This role is pivotal in driving digitalisation, automation and continuous improvement in our Financial Accounting Reporting and Cash Management processes. You will collaborate across departments and countries (USA, Canada, Mexico, Ireland) ensuring financial integrity and supporting strategic decision‑making.

We seek a forward‑thinking leader who thrives in a fast‑paced multicultural environment and is passionate about developing talent and modernising finance operations.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Supervise and mentor a team of GL and Cash Management Specialists fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous learning.
  • Set clear goals, monitor performance and support career development.
  • Lead by example in adopting digital tools and agile practices.
• General Ledger Operations
  • Oversee month‑end close activities ensuring timely and accurate journal entries, reconciliations and reporting.
  • Review and approve complex journal entries including accruals, prepayments and inter‑company transactions.
  • Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data across all supported regions.
• Reporting & Analysis
  • Deliver high‑quality financial trial balances and management reports under the GL team scope.
  • Perform variance analysis and provide insights to support business decisions.
  • Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in GL processes.
• Compliance & Controls
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate documentation.
• Process Improvement & Digitalisation
  • Champion automation initiatives using tools like Power BI, Alteryx and Excel macros.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimisation and standardisation across countries.
  • Collaborate with IT and Finance Transformation teams on system enhancements and migrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Master's degree or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior financial accounting and reporting role.
• Experience in statutory financial reporting.
• Experience of cash management within a complex international and multi‑currency environment.
• Proven experience leading teams in a Shared Service or multinational environment.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP highly desired, QAD, AS400).
• Senior involvement in an SAP implementation.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Understanding of cyber‑security and data‑privacy best practices.

Language Skills

• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• English B2 as a minimum (spoken and written).
• Spanish.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability across geographies.
• Respectful, kind and inclusive leadership style.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate, support and embrace diversity.

Additional Information

According to our mission, vision and Global Policies: Under no circumstances shall staff be charged any fee or other costs in relation to their recruitment to work at Smiths whether directly or indirectly. Any recruitment fees shall be paid by Smiths.

Smiths will not employ anyone below the age of 18. Smiths will take reasonable steps to satisfy itself of the member of staff’s age before that person starts work at Smiths. When persons under the age of 18 are employed they must not do work that is mentally, physically, socially or morally dangerous or harmful or interfere with their schooling by depriving them of the opportunity to attend school.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Department: Finance