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.

Education and / or Experience

ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA or similar qualifications.

Solid grasp of international accounting standards.

Advanced Excel skills.

Experience in the consumer goods market, ideally in a product group that is closely matched.

Experience with JD Edwards, and WMS is a plus.

Experience in wholesale distribution and working with a US parent organization.

Highly organized and the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.

Management experience and can influence at all levels.

Office based in Mexico.

A Passion for Cycling and the Outdoors!

Competencies

Customer Focus - Aims to satisfy all customers while maintaining effective relationships, both internal and external. Maximizes those relationships to improve personal, department, and organizational performance. Holds co-workers and customers to a similar standard.

Energy - Have a tremendous amount of energy and passion for our people, products, and brands. Approaches each date willing to take on the day’s challenges. Operating at their individual peak performance without encouragement.

Energize - Energize teams with enthusiasm and excitement without intimidating them. Projects a positive mental attitude and can-do spirit, who lifts up members of his / her team. Does not get discouraged by setbacks.

Edge - Have a competitive edge and an overwhelming desire to win. Hates losing and will give 100% commitment to achieving or exceeding their plan. Willing to make difficult decisions, when called upon.

Execution - Action and performance oriented and are focused on attaining results. A team player who is reliable and follows through on tasks to completion. Attention to details.

Increases Company Value - Strives to increase sales, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and maximize profits to increase the value of the Company.

Innovative / Continuous Improvement - Committed to improving processes, products, services, and a willingness to embrace change for the benefit of our team, department, organization, and shareholders.

Integrity - The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. Elevating challenges in order to collaborate with co-workers, SLT, ELT, and the Board.