Senior Accountant

Guadalupe, Nuevo León, Mexico
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the Finance Department, responsible for managing and overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and local tax regulations, and supporting strategic decision-making. This role reports to the Accounting Supervisor and may supervise junior accounting staff. The Senior Accountant collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Tax, Operations, and Audit, and serves as a resource for financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
70% Financial Reporting & Compliance Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP/IFRS and local regulations. Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, posting journal entries and adjustments as needed. Coordinate and participate in month-end and year-end close processes. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Prepare documentation and support for external and internal audits. Maintain confidentiality and safeguard financial information.5% Tax & Regulatory Prepare and review tax accruals, payments, and related journal entries. (including payroll, social security, and local/state taxes). Respond to inquiries from tax authorities and support corporate tax matters.10 % Analysis & Process Improvement Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement. Provide financial analysis and forecasting to support budgeting and strategic planning. Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.10% Team Leadership & Collaboration Supervise and mentor junior accountants, providing guidance and training as needed. Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Operations, Tax, IT) to ensure accurate financial reporting and data integrity. Liaise with external auditors, consultants, and other financial professionals.5 % Other Duties Support special projects, mergers, acquisitions, and other business initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field . Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or services. Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and regulations (GAAP/IFRS). Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team. Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff. High level of integrity, dependability, and attention to detail.Key Competencies Technical expertise in accounting Basic to intermediate Tax compliance experience. Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit coordination. Leadership and team management skills. Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights. Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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