Senior Corporate Accountant
Description
We are seeking a Senior Accountant with solid experience in general accounting, month-end close activities, and account reconciliations. This role will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate recording of the company's financial transactions, maintaining the integrity of financial information, supporting audit processes, and contributing to the continuous improvement of accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Close & Financial Records
Prepare and post monthly journal entries.
Support and monitor the monthly accounting close process.
Ensure timely completion of month-end close checklist activities.
Perform account analysis and investigate financial variances.
Reconciliations & Accounting Controls
Prepare accurate and timely balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
Follow up on outstanding items and recommend corrective actions.
Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions.
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate reconciliation processes.
Financial & Operational Support
Provide support to the accounting team on operational and technical matters.
Review processes related to Accounts Payable (AP).
Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities.
Prepare financial reports, analyses, and ad hoc investigations for management.
Support internal, external, and interim audits.
Perform additional accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
Continuous Improvement & Leadership
Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs.
Contribute to the achievement of departmental financial objectives.
Provide guidance and support to accounting staff when required.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in General Accounting.
Strong experience with month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and account analysis.
Advanced knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Excel.
Public accounting experience is a plus.
Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP is preferred.
Treasury experience (cash management, banking, and payments) is desirable.
Previous supervisory or people management experience is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
Professional proficiency in English and Spanish.
Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and follow-up abilities.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to adapt to change and work in a dynamic environment.
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and positive work environment
Opportunity to work within a regional finance team and gain exposure to global accounting processes