Accountant

The General Accountant will be responsible for completing accounting activities related to the general ledger. Responsibilities include completing and processing large numbers of journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and provide financials reports in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Vertiv policies and procedures. The position will report to the Controller Maquilas Significant interaction with other departments, business disciplines and international operations will be required by this individual.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and collaborate in the accounting closing process carrying out specific tasks on a timely manner ensuring the financial integrity of the Financial Statements.
• Prepare journal entries related all Mexican Items.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly accruals.
• Ownership of the balance sheet control reconciliations including investigation of reconciling items to clear in a timely manner. Work towards resolution of open items partnering with Business Units and other departments.
• Researches and investigates accounting issues as required.
• Provide various financial reports to finance management as requested.
• Maintain compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (NIFS) and internal CP&P.
• Support internal and external audit processes collaborating with other departments to meet deliverables and address explanations.
• Identify potential areas for process improvements and work towards standardization and optimization of processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• +3 years of experience in accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of MX GAAP.
• Very proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software applications.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Confidence in challenging the status quo; always on the lookout for continuous improvement opportunities.
• The ability to go fast; the desire to help others go faster.
• Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills.
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) is a plus.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• BS/BA in accounting required.