Sr. Accountant

Position Summary

Handles the reconciliations of the general ledger (GL), accounts and transactions .Analyzes and explains the variances, between Plan and Real of the accounts in the Income Statement and Balance Sheet. Coordinate in conjunction with the accounting manager month and annual close..

Position Responsibilities:

· Prepare the reconciliations of the asset and liabilities balances from one accounting period to the next, reconciling the General Ledger balances to the support documentation.

· Coordinate the period, quarter and year end close, prepare financial statements for analysis and review. Analyzes and reviews explanations provided by partners.

· Supervise all journal entries for month close (MXGAAP) and period close (USGAAP) in time that are prepared by the accounting analyst, and analyze and explain the variances in the financial statements to ensure the integrity of the financial statements. Prepare any other journal entry for accruals, estimations or reclassification required coming from deeper analysis.

· Creation and implementation of accounting procedures and internal controls as required to ensure all transactions are recorded correctly and timely in both general ledger systems.

· Validate and provide information for annual statutory financial reports required by the accounting department related withthe external audit for US and MEX GAAP. Provide and give follow up to internal and external clients regarding to daily activity and nature of the business by preparing reports.

· Assists other departments and stores with any doubts that arises due to Income or Balance transactions for the Store Operations. Assists manager with special projects or adhoc analysis when it is required.

· Coordinates and review intercompany invoicing, statement and cashflows. Prepares and analyzes intercompany transactions, prepares journal adjustments to ensure accuracy.

Position Requirements:

Level of Formal Education:A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent.

Area of Study: Accounting (MEX/US GAAP, IFRS)

Years of Experience:Three to five years.

Type of Experience: General accounting experience with preference in shared service centers and retail industry.

Special Certifications or Technical Skills: CPA, Mexico GAAP experience, SAP ERP.

Other/Preferred: Experience in a multinational environment and knowledge of accounting rules in both Mexico and US. Intermediate to advanced computer and english skills.