DirecciónAssistant Controller duties are to assist Finance Director to manage accounting, finance and monitor internal controls. The Assistant Controller is responsible for ensuring that all accounting allocations are appropriately made and documented. The Assistant Controller also performs cash management functions and oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, payroll, tax and reconciliation functions in general in a Local GAAP and USGAPP perspective.
Necessary Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
Accountable for A/P, A/R, Tax, Accounting Transactions and Controls
Communicate with external vendors to ensure Business Partner master data is updated and complete.
Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure that there is a process backup in place for every critical operation.
Interface with local BPO to guarantee all the Accounting and Tax activities under their responsibility are done on time and with in complaint with Local and USGAPP Accounting Rules
Guarantee all Tax procedures and obligations are done on time and accordingly with Local Tax Rules.
Assist with the month, quarter and year-end closeout accounting schedules.
Communicating and reconciling transactions between related parties.
Manage and review Purchasing requests and Goods receipt process to ensure accuracy and control over approved expenses.
Support the execution of management's SOX readiness plan. This position should mainly help setting up internal controls, assisting in documenting financial/accounting process flows, with a focus on internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities and procedures relating to internal controls over financial reporting and SOX.
Partner with business owners in the rationalization and evaluation of SOX risks and controls.
General Business Support initiatives in coordination with Commercial Management.
Job Specifications:
University Degree in Accounting – CPA is a must.
Language / Technical / Computer Skills
+ 3 years of experience in Supervisor positions
English fluent is a plus (At least Advanced Level is required) – Writing and Speaking
Strong knowledge about Local Tax and Accounting procedures
USGAAP knowledge is a plus.
Office Package Senior User
SAP Business One proficient is desirable.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proven ability to problem solves and initiative taking.
Good communication skills both oral and written.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to communicate effectively with Commercial team as Business Partner
Comprehensive knowledge of Internal Control.
Well-organized with ability to prioritize in a multi-task environment.
Hands on attitude
Very good communication and interpersonal skills.
