Senior Accountant

Shiji Group; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 536.576 - 804.865; Jornada completa

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Exciting job within a creative environment

Growth opportunities with web and cloud technologies

Friendly multicultural team

Training to meet role requirements

Descripción de la vacante

A global technology company is seeking a Senior Accountant in Mexico City to manage general ledger accounting under Mexican GAAP. The role involves leading closing processes, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with local standards while collaborating with the U.S. finance team on audits and reporting. Candidates should have 5–7 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of Mexican GAAP, and proficiency in ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Navision, along with excellent communication skills in Spanish and English.

Formación

• 5–7 years of accounting experience with general ledger responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican GAAP (NIF).
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsabilidades

• Manage general ledger accounting for the Mexican entity.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory tax filings and internal controls.

Conocimientos

General ledger management

Knowledge of Mexican GAAP

Proficient in ERP systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Strong communication skills in Spanish

Strong communication skills in English

Problem-solving skills

Herramientas

Microsoft Navision

Descripción del empleo

Shiji is a global technology company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for the hospitality industry, ensuring seamless operations for hotelier’s day and night. Built on the Shiji Platform—the only truly global hotel technology platform—Shiji’s cloud-based portfolio includes Property Management System, Point-of-Sale, guest engagement, distribution, payments, and data intelligence solutions for over 91,000 hotels worldwide, including the largest chains. With more than 5,000 employees across the world, Shiji is a trusted partner for the world’s leading hoteliers, delivering technology that works as continuously as the industry itself. That’s why the best hotels run on Shiji—day and night. While its primary focus is on hospitality, Shiji also serves select customers in food service, retail, and entertainment in certain regions.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant will manage general ledger (GL) accounting under Mexican GAAP. This role will lead closing processes, reconcile accounts, and ensure compliance with local accounting standards while collaborating closely with the U.S. finance team on cross-border accounting, audits, and reporting.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and manage general ledger (GL) accounting for our Mexican entity, ensuring compliance with Mexico GAAP and group accounting policies.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, including preparation of supporting schedules in line with company deadlines.
• Reconcile balance sheet and P&L accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of financial statements in collaboration with tax advisers and act as the primary contact for audits.
• Collaborate closely with the U.S. and Europe finance teams, to support cross-border accounting activities, reporting needs, and coordination.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory tax filings, reporting requirements, and internal controls for Mexico.
• Identify, recommend, and drive process improvements and automation initiatives within the GL function.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Tax advisors to maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in accounting, including several years in general ledger responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican GAAP (NIF).
• Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Navision experience preferred) and Microsoft Excel (advanced level).
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills in Spanish and English, written and spoken.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across time zones.

Nice to Have

• SOX familiarity and other compliance and process controls.
• Experience with US GAAP is an advantage.
• Experience working for a US-based company or in a multinational environment.

Additional Information

• Exciting job within a creative environment and the opportunity to make a real impact on the business.
• Grow your experience with web and cloud technologies in a very innovative technology environment.
• Friendly, motivated and talented multicultural team.
• Opportunities to grow and develop with Shiji.
• Training to meet role requirements.