Sr. T & A Analyst | Sr. Accountant

Panasonic Ecology Systems de Mexico, S. A. de C.V.; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Ecology Systems de Mexico, S. A. de C.V. seeks an experienced Sr.

role in Treasury, AP & Accounting Operations for USA and Mexico activities. You will oversee supplier invoices, cash flow planning, and accounting close processes to support manufacturing operations. The role requires at least 5 years in accounting, strong controls, and collaboration with HR and operations on workforce cost analysis and budgeting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• FP&A, treasury or cost accounting training is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Manufacturing experience in a multinational environment preferred.
• Experience with month-end closing, reconciliations, accruals and financial reporting.
• Experience managing supplier payments, cash forecasting, banking transactions and controls.
• Experience in labor cost analysis, forecasting, headcount planning, and variance analysis.
• Experience supporting financial operations across USA and Mexico entities.

Responsibilities

• Accounts payable processing, validation, and vendor management.
• Treasury and cash management, including cash flow projections.
• Labor cost analysis and forecasting aligned with budgeting.
• USA accounting operations and month-end closing.
• Fixed assets and inventory control.
• Scrap sales, billing, and receivable reconciliations.
• Logistics, freight & cross-functional support with Purchasing and Logistics.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Treasury & Cash Mgmt

Month-end Closing

Balance Sheet Recs

Labor Cost Analysis

Headcount Planning

Budget Variance Analysis

Inventory & Fixed Assets

Cross-border Operations

Financial Controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/related field

Job description

Treasury, Accounts Payable & Accounting Operations || Accounting SR.

Key Responsibilities – USA & Mexico Operations

1. Accounts Payable & Vendor Management

• Review, validate, and oversee the processing of supplier invoices, including raw materials, freight, customs, fixed assets, and operating expenses.

2. Treasury & Cash Management

• Coordinate monthly cash flow projections, liquidity planning, and funding requirements to support business operations.
• Prepare and monitor supplier payment forecasts, budgets, and annual Business Plan (BP) projections.

3. Financial Planning & Labor Cost Analysis

• Prepare and maintain labor cost, labor rate, and headcount forecasts in alignment with operational requirements and financial targets.
• Analyze actual versus budgeted labor rates, headcount, overtime, and payroll-related expenses, identifying significant variances and cost drivers.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Operations to monitor workforce planning, staffing

4. USA Accounting Operations & Month-End Closing

• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, including scrap receivables, prepaid expenses, and other assigned accounts.
• Prepare, review, and post monthly accruals and reversing journal entries related to uninvoiced receipts, scrap sales, and other operating transactions.

5. Fixed Assets & Inventory Control

• Review fixed asset acquisitions, low-value assets (LVAs), and capitalization documentation to ensure accurate accounting treatment.

6. Scrap Sales, Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Review scrap sales transactions, prepare related invoices, and ensure accurate accruals, accounting entries, and receivable reconciliations.

7. Logistics, Freight & Cross-Functional Support

• Review and validate freight and customs invoices, including weekly PNA Logistics freight charges.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Logistics, Warehouse, and Materials Control to resolve invoice, receiving, and payment discrepancies.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Additional training in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Treasury Management, or Cost Accounting is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Accounting, Accounts Payable, Treasury, or related financial functions.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within a multinational organization.
• Strong experience in month-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Proven experience managing supplier payments, cash flow forecasts, banking transactions, and financial controls.
• Experience in labor cost analysis, labor rate forecasting, headcount planning, and budget variance analysis.
• Working knowledge of inventory accounting, fixed assets, freight costs, and procurement‑related accounting processes.
• Experience supporting financial operations across USA and Mexico entities is highly desirable.
• Previous experience supervising accounting personnel or coordinating cross‑functional activities is preferred.