Financial operations director
we are seeking an experienced financial professional to lead our financial operations in mexico. The ideal candidate will have strong financial expertise, leadership skills, and experience in managing legal and tax obligations.
key responsibilities:
* develop and maintain internal control policies and compliance protocols.
* conduct internal audits, vendor evaluations, and expense review.
* foster a culture of accountability and regulatory compliance.
financial strategy and control
* design and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential risks.
* monitor and report on key performance indicators (kpis) related to financial performance.
* collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address operational inefficiencies.
legal and tax compliance
* ensure compliance with isr, iva, imss, infonavit, and labor law requirements.
* coordinate sat filings, audits, and respond to tax authority inquiries.
* supervise contract validation and legal documentation for leases and vendor agreements.
administrative and team leadership
* supervise payroll, benefits administration, and vendor contract renewals.
* evaluate team performance, drive development plans, and lead operational meetings.
* coordinate closely with corporate offices in the u.s. and japan.
requirements:
education
* bachelor's degree in accounting (required).
* mba or master's in finance, business administration, or related field (preferred or in progress).
* additional certifications in taxation or legal compliance (a strong plus).
experience
* minimum 5 years of progressive experience in finance, administration, and compliance roles.
* solid background in sat filings, audits, and coordination with regulatory bodies.
* proven track record in financial planning, payroll, accounts management, and hr policy oversight.
technical skills
* proficiency in sap, qad, contpaq, and excel.
* strong command of nif, ifrs, and/or us gaap.
* b2+/c1 level english: capable of professional communication with international stakeholders.