Chief Financial Officer

Location: Centro Tular Primera Sección

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for directing and overseeing all financial functions of the manufacturing operation in Mexico. This role ensures financial integrity, operational efficiency, and alignment with corporate objectives established by headquarters in South Korea.
The CFO will act as the primary financial liaison between the Mexico operation and Korean headquarters, requiring full professional fluency in Korean and Spanish, and will provide strategic financial guidance to support sustainable growth, cost competitiveness, and long-term profitability.
Core Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership to the manufacturing operation and executive management team
Oversee all financial functions, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, treasury, tax, and financial reporting
Lead manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and productivity metrics
Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results to local leadership and headquarters in South Korea
Serve as the principal point of contact for financial communication with Korean headquarters
Ensure full compliance with Mexican financial, tax, labor, and regulatory requirements, as well as corporate governance standards
Drive financial discipline and internal controls across the organization
Support strategic initiatives such as capital investments (CAPEX), expansion projects, pricing strategies, and cost-reduction programs
Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and financial risk
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team
Coordinate internal, external, and corporate audits
Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and HR to improve overall plant performance
Profile & Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline (MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred)
10+ years of progressive finance experience, with substantial leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial operations
Proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or Senior Finance Leader within a plant or multinational environment
Deep understanding of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, inventory control, and operational KPIs
Full professional fluency in Korean (mandatory) to communicate with corporate headquarters
Fluency in Spanish (mandatory);
English proficiency highly desirable
Strong knowledge of Mexican accounting standards, tax laws, and regulatory compliance
Experience working with multinational organizations, preferably with Asian or Korean headquarters
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial analysis tools
Leadership Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution capability
High level of financial and ethical integrity
Executive-level communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural, multinational environment
Strong leadership, influence, and decision-making skills
Offer
Competitive executive compensation and benefits
High-impact leadership role within a global manufacturing organization
Direct interaction with senior international leadership
Long-term growth and career development opportunities