Finance Manager

Summary

We are now looking for a Finance Manager who has a background in consumer goods to oversee the financial health of the Latin America business. You will need a detailed understanding of managing the finance department for both a Mexico and Latin America operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for month-end close, external and internal reporting and analysis, statutory audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Lead and develop the local Finance team and partner with external consultants.
• Collaborate with global offices and shared service functions to process accounts receivables and payables.
• Support Corporate Finance and the General Manager with annual, quarterly, and monthly budgeting and produce reports, as needed.
• Provide detailed analysis of customer, product, and overall profitability. Identify risks and advise on measures to improve the overall profitability of the subsidiaries.
• Work closely with the sales teams to support commercial decisions and joint business planning through insights and fact-finding.
• Support the preparation of tax deliverables for the LATAM businesses.
• Manage the VAT, duty deferment, and any other allocations in conjunction with external teams.
• Assist with payroll and expense reimbursements.
• Support the setup and administration of our retail partners, which includes credit limits, payment terms, allowances, and discounts.
• Work with the external auditors on annual audit requirements.
• Prepare forecasts and provide analysis of sales, gross margin, SG&A, and profitability trends.
• Prepare management reports and support the development of presentations for the Board and Leadership Team.
• Assist with identification and implementation of process improvements.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

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