Senior R2R Manager Latam

Unilever; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 1,648,000 - 2,198,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multinational consumer goods company is seeking a Senior R2R Manager in Mexico City to lead Record-to-Report operations across LATAM. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving transformation initiatives. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in R2R and leadership. Fluency in Spanish and English is required. A dynamic and inclusive culture awaits you.

Servicios

Opportunity for leadership and strategic decision-making

Dynamic and inclusive work culture

Formación

• Minimum 8 years of experience in R2R, accounting, or controlling.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role within a multinational environment.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS and internal controls.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the R2R team for LATAM.
• Oversee financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and local GAAP.
• Manage internal and external audits.

Conocimientos

Strong technical accounting expertise

Excellent communication skills

Inspirational leadership

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

MBA or equivalent degree

Herramientas

SAP

Analytical tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior R2R Manager to lead and oversee Record-to-Report (R2R) operations across the LATAM region. This is a critical leadership role, responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with global and local standards, and driving process transformation within a dynamic, multi-country environment. The Senior R2R Manager will serve as a strategic partner to regional Controllers and Finance Directors and VPs, reporting directly to the Latam Commercial Experience Director, and will play a key role in shaping the future of controllership operations in Latin America and globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the R2R team for LATAM, ensuring timely and accurate month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.
• Oversee general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, APM, SCOA, and local GAAP.
• Ensure strict adherence to the R2R Global Process Model and Global Financial Controls Framework, acting as the main interface with Corporate, internal, and external audit teams.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to streamline processes and implement best practices for efficiency, control, and operational excellence.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Manage Third Party Service Provider (3PSP) performance, process, and KPIs deliverables.
• Oversee complex accounting areas, including IFRS16, pension plans, tax/legal contingencies, and contingent liabilities tracking.
• Lead regular Balance Sheet Reviews in collaboration with National and Group Finance teams, driving balance sheet hygiene and control discipline.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support transformation projects within the finance organization, including the adoption of digital and AI‑driven solutions.
• Foster a collaborative and service‑oriented culture, building strong cross‑functional relationships with finance and non‑finance stakeholders across LATAM and the Group.
• Manage and develop talent within the R2R team, ensuring robust succession planning, ongoing professional growth, and a high‑performance culture.
• Drive knowledge retention by implementing best practices for documentation, process standardization, and knowledge sharing across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• MBA or equivalent degree in Business Management, Finance, or Accounting is a plus.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in R2R, general accounting, or controlling, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a multinational or matrixed environment.
• Strong technical accounting expertise, including deep knowledge of IFRS, internal controls, and financial systems (SAP experience is a plus).
• Advanced understanding of risk management, financial controls, and cross‑functional process interfaces.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple countries and cultures.
• Inspirational leadership skills, with the ability to lead teams, manage without formal hierarchy, and develop talent.
• Demonstrated ability to drive change, manage ambiguity, and deliver results under pressure.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (Portuguese is a plus).
• Proficiency in analytical tools and contemporary finance systems.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape and lead the future of controllership operations within a global organization.
• Exposure to senior leadership and participation in strategic decision‑making forums.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and high‑performance culture.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bring ing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.