Financial Controller LATAM

Location: San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

This position will lead the finance function of Latam as it is part of the Global Accounting & Control organization, and the position responsibilities include:
Manage and lead the Accounting and Controlling function, including the implementation of consistent and effective business processes that enhance the Share Service Centers
Provide primary coordination for activities and alignment between Finance, Accounting and Controllership, Tax, Treasury, SSC, AP, AR and other areas
Provide financial support to the Business Finance and OPS Finance through advices and timely accurate reporting,
Lead and manage all aspects associated with Accounting, Auditing and Controllership management compliance with related policies and procedures.
Ensure timely compliance with statutory and tax requirements as well as corporate policies and procedures.
Lead the Balance Sheet and P&L reviews been owner of all processes, responding for variances and mitigating risks when they are identified.
Maintain an appropriate internal control environment and Lead the SOX controls ensuring that everything is working according to policies and procedures.
Team development prepare a succession plan
SCOPE
Management of general accounting processes including historical financial reporting
Manage the internal control environment including SOX compliance as well as point of contact for internal and external audits.
Coordinate with Tax Team the fiscal and taxes audits.
Manage treasury including bank relationships in accordance with global policies and guidelines.
Provide support for general legal, administrative, and statutory requirements.
REQUIREMENTS
Certified Public accountant
7-10 years' experience leading finance functions
Over 5 years experience handling Accounting in Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Chile
Strong knowledge of Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Chile ́s fiscal books and tax reporting requirements including the TAX OPINION, Data Stage and others.
Experience handling SOX requirements.
Experience in working with SAP and/or another ERP system
Need to be hands on and if necessary, go into details until we understand what is happening.
Familiarity with a shared service environment is a plus.