Gerente de Contabilidad en Torreón

Placements24; Torreón; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health insurance (Mexico

Career growth and leadership training

Generous vacation and holiday package

Retirement plan with company matching

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Gerente de Contabilidad to lead the accounting department for a fully remote role based out of Torreón, Coahuila. You will direct all accounting functions, ensure compliance with Mexican standards (NIFs) and tax laws, and partner with senior leadership to support strategic growth.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/financial management, 3–5 in management, and a strong background in ERP systems and Excel, with Spanish fluency being mandatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/financial management experience, with 3–5 years in a management role.
• Extensive knowledge of Mexican accounting principles (NIFs) and tax laws.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Proven leadership capabilities and experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire accounting department, including team development and performance management.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans and budgets.
• Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with NIFs and other standards.
• Manage treasury, cash flow, and banking relationships.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations (ISR, IVA) and timely filing of returns.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and data integrity.
• Partner with senior management to provide financial insights and support strategic decisions.
• Oversee financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and significant transactions.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Analytical skills

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

MBA or CPA strongly preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven and strategic Gerente de Contabilidad to lead their accounting department in Torreón, Coahuila . This executive role will be responsible for the overall financial health and integrity of the company. You will direct and coordinate all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and internal policies. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with extensive experience in financial management and a deep understanding of business operations. This is a remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to manage a team from anywhere in Mexico, with the headquarters based in Torreón . We are looking for an individual with a forward-thinking approach to financial management and a proven ability to drive operational excellence. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting strategic growth initiatives and maintaining robust financial controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire accounting department, including team development and performance management.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans and budgets.
• Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with NIFs and other relevant standards.
• Manage treasury, cash flow, and banking relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations (ISR, IVA) and facilitate timely filing of returns.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Partner with senior management to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee the financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and other significant business transactions.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, with at least 3-5 years in a management role.
• Extensive knowledge of Mexican accounting principles (NIFs) and tax laws.
• Proven experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing accounting teams.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote teams effectively.
• Fluency in Spanish is mandatory; English proficiency is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of Mexican Pesos.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Significant opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
• Generous vacation and holiday package.
• Retirement plan with company contributions.
• Chance to lead a key department in a reputable organization with roots in Torreón .