About the rolethis is a key position within our finance team, focusing on oversight of financial and accounting functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established standards.key responsibilities:financial management: manage all financial activities for mexico and central america entities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.leadership collaboration: work closely with senior leadership and staff to educate them on finance and accounting procedures, ensuring compliance.reporting and analysis: assist the regional finance director in producing accurate and timely financial statements and reports to hq.process improvement: drive the month-end close and year-end financial reporting process, including account analysis and reconciliation.business partnership: partner with commercial finance business function to understand operational results, supporting profitable growth.financial insights: analyze and understand financial results for the region, explaining significant drivers.audit management: manage external and internal audits.system optimization: evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to systems and processes for gathering and posting financial information.financial reporting: analyze financial data and present reports in an accurate and timely manner.financial oversight: monitor financial progress and keep senior leadership informed of company financial status.treasury and tax: supervise treasury and tax activities.finance operations: work closely with finance operations regarding billing, accounts payable and account receivables.cash management: supervise cash balance and forecast reports for senior management, exploring cash management opportunities.system development: partner with regional finance director to establish system controls for new financial systems and develop procedures to improve existing systems.external liaison: act as company liaison with third parties regarding complex matters pertaining to accounting and finance.requirementsto succeed in this role, you will need:10+ years of progressively increasing experience in accounting or financial management, preferably with taxes.an education in business, economics, finance, or accounting (mba preferred).fluency in spanish and english.strong knowledge of accounting practices and principles.excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact across multiple offices and levels of business.strong analytical skills and attention to detail.the ability to drive change and process professionally.highly proficient in microsoft office, especially excel.excellent organizational skills, follow-up, and a proactive work style.experience excelling in fast-paced, high-energy environments.bonus points for experience with sap b1.