Controller -US GAAP and SOX Compliance

Description
About the Role
This role blends

hands-on execution with strategic leadership , ensuring disciplined controls, accurate reporting, strong cash management, and actionable financial insights.
The Senior Controller partners closely with executive leadership, operations, and external stakeholders, turning complex financial data into clear decisions that move the business forward.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Team Oversight
Lead, mentor, and engage the accounting and finance team, fostering accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
Set clear expectations and provide guidance across AP, AR, General Ledger, Treasury, and Payroll functions.
Represent Finance in leadership meetings, contributing to enterprise-level strategy and execution.
Accounting Operations & Close Management
Own and oversee

month-end close , ensuring timely, accurate, and audit-ready results.
Maintain full oversight of

AP, AR, GL, Treasury, and Payroll

operations across the portfolio.
Ensure consistency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes across all entities.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Oversee the preparation and review of

financial statements , ensuring full compliance with

US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory requirements .
Maintain and strengthen

internal controls , mitigating risk and ensuring financial integrity.
Lead financial reporting for

investors, partners, lenders, and executive stakeholders .
Support audits and external reviews with well-documented, reliable financial data.
Cash Management & Banking
Lead

cash management strategy

across 41 buildings, ensuring liquidity, visibility, and disciplined execution.
Manage and strengthen

banking relationships , including approvals, reporting, and financial negotiations.
Oversee cash flow analysis, forecasting, and funding needs.
Strategic Financial Planning
Drive

budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning

in partnership with leadership.
Analyze financial trends, performance, and variances to support informed business decisions.
Translate financial insights into clear recommendations for operational and strategic initiatives.
Cross-Functional Partnership & Projects
Partner closely with

Operations, Marketing, and Corporate teams

to align financial strategy with business goals.
Lead and execute

special projects , integrations, and process improvements.
Support growth initiatives with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and risk assessment.
Insurance & Tax Oversight
Ensure proper oversight of

insurance coverage, renewals, and compliance .
Review and monitor

tax calculations, filings, and obligations , ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including senior leadership roles.
Proven experience overseeing multi-entity, multi-location portfolios ong command of US GAAP, with working knowledge of IFRS and SOX
Hands-on experience managing AP, AR, GL, Treasury, Payroll, and Cash Management.
Demonstrated success leading complex month-end close processes.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into executive-level insights.
Executive presence and communication skills, comfortable presenting to investors and senior stakeholders.
Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.
Valid U.S. visa required for periodic business travel

Benefits

Christmas Bonus : 30 days, to be paid in December.
Major Medical Expense Insurance :
Coverage up to $20, MXN.
Minor Medical Insurance : VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor’s appointments and accident reimbursements.
Dental Insurance :
Always smile with confidence!
Life Insurance
Vacation Days : 12 vacation days.
Floating Holidays : 3
Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy.
Hybrid Scheme :
Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work.
Multicultural Exposure :
Work with operations within Mexico and the United States.
Mez Tal Internal Events :
Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals.
Exclusive Discounts :
Benefits with different companies for being part of Mez Tal.
Academic Agreements :
Access to national universities and language schools.
Career Growth :
We will search for the best conditions for progressing in your career.