General Accounting Supervisor (General Ledger)

WorkSync Opum Solutons Inc; Veracruz; On-site; MXN 558,000 - 781,200; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Veracruz, Mexico is seeking a General Accounting Supervisor to oversee the general ledger accounting team. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, collaborating with management, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accountancy, preferably be a CPA, and possess strong supervisory experience in financial reporting. This position requires excellent analytical skills and attention to detail while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy or a related field.
• Preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• At least 2-3 years of supervisory experience in general accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the general ledger accounting team for accurate financial transactions.
• Collaborate with management to analyze and report financial information.
• Monitor the company’s cost structures and revenue streams.
• Conduct financial forecasting and risk modeling.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and best practices.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare progress reports for senior management.
• Maintain understanding of regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accountancy (BSA)

Job description

Overview

The General Accounting Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the general ledger accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. This role involves collaborating with management to provide financial insights, preparing financial reports, overseeing month-end and year-end closing, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The supervisor also plays a critical role in managing financial forecasting, risk modeling, and improving the organization's financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the general ledger accounting team, ensuring the accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
• Collaborate with management to gather, analyze, and report financial information to support business decisions. Prepare and review financial statements and budget reports in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and evaluate the company’s cost structures and revenue streams to ensure financial performance is optimized and opportunities for improvement are identified.
• Conduct financial forecasting and risk modeling to provide insights that guide strategic business decisions.
• Ensure all financial processes are documented and adhered to, in compliance with internal controls and industry best practices.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Prepare regular progress reports and present findings to senior management, offering recommendations for enhancing efficiency and optimizing financial performance.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to financial management, ensuring the company’s practices remain compliant.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accountancy (BSA), or a related field
• Licensure: Preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Experience: At least 2-3 years of supervisory experience in a similar position, specifically in general accounting or financial reporting.
• Competencies: Strong experience and expertise in financial reporting, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all financial statements. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate financial data, identify trends, and offer actionable insights. High attention to detail, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and efficiently. Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, managing the team’s performance and ensuring deadlines and tasks are met. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to management and stakeholders effectively. Ability to work under pressure with a strong sense of urgency, while maintaining a proactive approach to resolving issues and driving process improvements.