Position location: Juarez, Chih. MX
Position Summary:
Reporting
to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant is responsible for month-end
close, cash management, general ledger account reconciliations, bank
reconciliations, creating new general ledger accounts, and other related
accounting operations for the USA and Mexican entity
Responsibilities and Authority:
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Support the business unit through the preparation, analysis, and
explanation of the business unit’s monthly income statement data.
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Prepare monthly account reconciliations to ensure financial statements
are supported by both proper and sufficient documentation.
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Manage day to day accounting functions including accounts payable,
reconciliations, expense approval and reporting, capital justification,
and other as appropriate
· Fluent communication with all levels
of organization to solve any accounting problem/doubt including overseas
key counterparts: intercompany, third party vendors, etc.
· Provide analytical support and reconcile variances in the operation’s key financial metrics
· Be proficient in all corporate financial policies and procedures and ensure adherence
· Participate and eventually lead process improvement efforts.
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Apply 80/20 thinking and sound judgment to reduce complexity and work
with team to simplify processes. Monitor, report, and drive toolbox
projects.
· Responsible for ensuring all journal entries are completed accurately and timely to meet all month-end close due dates.
· Social Security Taxes
· Mexican Federal Taxes
· Strong knowledge with Mexican Law regulations
· Filling of monthly VAT Returns
Position Skills and Experience Requirements:
· Fully Bilingual English-Spanish
· Hands on experience with JDE highly preferred
· Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience.
· 5+ years of general accounting US GAAP and NIF experience.
· Ability to resolve issues/conflicts in a timely manner.
· Experience in SOX and/or internal controls type of environment
· Aggressive self-starter who is able to function under minimal supervision.
· Strong computer, oral, and written communication skills is required (Word and Excel).
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Proven track record of leadership, strong interpersonal skills, a
positive attitude, effective listening skills, and approachability.
· Travel and VISA LASER require