Description:
the primary responsibility of the mexico controller for the entities in scope will be to maintain an effective accounting framework and related internal controls to ensure that the accounting records are complete and accurately representing the company's financial position in compliance with local laws and regulations and us-gaap, as well as corporate policies. In this capacity, the mexico controller will highly leverage the capabilities of epam global shared services center (ssc) teams and work closely with finance leadership to assess the right balance of using internal ssc resources and local external agencies for certain tasks, while overseeing all financial activities of the entities. The role will have overall responsibility for the timely and accurate completion of local tax and statutory filings and related audits. This position is key in monitoring changes in local legislative environment and initiating required changes in internal policies and practices, while being the driver in general for continuous process improvements locally.
the entities in scope are currently located in mexico, which could be revisited based on the changes in the economic and business environment or requirements. Shall any of the entities fall outside of the jurisdiction that the mexico controller has proficient knowledge of local legislation and require the support of external agencies to properly address compliance requirements, the combination of internal and external resources will be separately agreed.
responsibilities:
accounting framework and related control environment
* collaborate with corporate ssc teams to maintain an effective accounting framework under both local- and us-gaap
* monitor local legislative environment and initiate policy changes as required, keeping all teams informed
* coordinate with different global ssc teams to ensure issues are handled consistently across teams
* define local gaap adjustment requirements vs us-gaap and post them in local ledger
* review and analyze monthly results during each closing to ensure accuracy of reported trial balance
* maintain an effective local internal control environment in line with sox requirements and company policies
statutory/corporate audits
* support the timely completion of corporate audits as required
* coordinate the statutory audits with local audit teams
* ensure that statutory filings are completed within required deadline
* ensure local compliance of electronic accounting rules.
* prepare periodic stat to us-gaap reconciliation/bridge for internal purposes
taxation and transfer pricing
* ensure compliance with applicable local tax laws and regulations
* review and file periodic and annual tax filings and ensure timely submission to authorities.
* advise other departments of local tax rulings early in their processes to ensure impacts are considered.
* respond to tax authority inquiries and lead initiated tax audits
* provide and respond to requests for finance/tax information from local tax authority.
* inform global ssc teams in time of taxation changes affecting their procedures (e.g. Vat, t&e expense related taxation, etc.)
* hands-on control of intercompany transactions and epam tp policy
* monitor local transfer pricing regulations and related documentation requirements and escalate as required
* prepare deferred corporate income tax calculation, internal templates.
finance business partnership
* work closely with the central fp&a team related to local transactions so that proper responses can be given to management inquiries
* support the annual budgeting process for the entity and monitor that expenses are properly recognized locally in our financials
* provide ad-hoc support to different budget holders to understand their year-to-date budget performance related to local financials
* liaise with the accounting and fp&a teams if corrective actions are required as a result of the performed reviews
other activities
* manage a team of xx [tn1] direct reports located in mexico, with the possibility of team and scope expansion
* support central treasury teams for local banking relationships as well as cash forecasting
* support the central ap and procurement teams for local vendor inquiries and issue resolution
* support m&a activities, including integration of any acquired entities in the country
* other ad-hoc activities as required
the successful applicant profile
* degree in business administration, accounting or equivalent
* holder of a local equivalent of a valid cpa qualification
* minimum 12 years working experience in the field of accounting either at a multinational company or in audit services (big4)
* minimum 5 years working experience as chief accountant or controller at a multinational company in mexico
* excellent knowledge of statutory and us-gaap accounting standards including related analysis and reporting
* solid knowledge of tax and local regulations including transfer pricing frameworks
* high integrity standards and reliability
* solid understanding of partnering within finance and other local/global colleagues
* strong analytical and it skills (preferable sap, erp, ms-office)
* ambitious, polished, highly articulate and strong interpersonal skills
* excellent communication skills in english and spanish (both written and oral)