The posting
Job Description
The Finance Controller is the senior finance leader for Mexico and a key member of the Mexico Leadership Team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations including cash flow management, governance, compliance, reporting, planning, and business partnering activities. This role ensures the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, Mexican GAAP, tax regulations, and corporate policies while supporting the achievement of business objectives and sustainable growth.
The position partners closely with the Mexico General Manager, regional leadership, regional and cross-functional teams to drive financial performance through strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, risk management, and business analysis. The Finance Controller also leads the local finance organization, promotes operational excellence, leadership development and continuous improvement, and maintains a strong internal control environment to support long-term profitability and organizational success.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key member of the Mexico Leadership Team and assume primary day-to-day responsibility for the finance function and business operations in Mexico.
- Lead, manage, mentor, and develop the local finance team (from recruitment to objectives, performance appraisal, etc.), fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, forecasting activities, and long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Partner closely with the Mexico General Manager, regional team, department leaders, and commercial teams to achieve financial targets and business objectives.
- Contribute to the development and execution of the company's strategic and operational plans, supporting sustainable growth and long-term profitability.
- Plan, organize, and oversee all financial activities while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards, internal policies, and legal requirements.
- Conduct financial analysis and evaluate business investments to ensure appropriate return on investment (ROI).
- Ensure financial statements are prepared and reported in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Mexican GAAP requirements.
- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring compliance with corporate and regional LatAm reporting deadlines.
- Ensure effective credit risk management controls and timely collection of accounts receivable while maintaining and strengthening customer relationships.
- Oversee all tax compliance activities, including direct and indirect taxes, statutory filings, tax books, and regulatory obligations.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, tax authorities, financial institutions, and other key stakeholders as required.
- Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and accounts payable activities to support business objectives and financial stability.
- Ensure corporate policies, procedures, ongoing monitoring of company risk management practices, and internal controls are effectively implemented, communicated, and consistently adhered to across the organization.
- Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Monitor and oversee the SSC end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, confidentiality, and adherence to applicable labor and tax regulations.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, U.S. GAAP, Mexican GAAP, financial reporting standards, and corporate governance requirements.
- In-depth knowledge of compliance, internal controls, risk management, and audit processes.
- Strong understanding of Mexican tax regulations, including direct and indirect taxes, statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Advanced financial planning and analysis (FP&A) skills, including budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, business case development, and ROI evaluation.
- Solid experience in audit coordination, financial reporting, information management, accounts payable, general accounting, and payroll oversight.
- Strong knowledge of treasury, cash flow management, working capital optimization, accounts receivable, and credit risk management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in a multinational environment.
- Strong leadership, people management, coaching, and team development skills with the ability to build high-performing teams.
- Excellent business partnering and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at senior leadership levels.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences.
- Strong project management and continuous improvement skills with a focus on operational excellence.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office environment (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and financial reporting systems/ERP platforms (Oracle as preferred).
- Knowledge of data analytics, automation, and Artificial Intelligence tools to enhance financial reporting, forecasting, decision-making, and process efficiency.
- Fluent in both English and Spanish, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
