Chile & Costa Rica Accounting Coordinator

Job Description

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Under broad supervision, you will reconcile and adjust general ledger accounts and/or bank statements. You may also perform moderately complex analyses of performance results. In addition, you will compile, consolidate, and analyze accounting and finance information for financial statements and reports and perform other special projects as assigned.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Support accounting and external reporting activities including accurate and timely U.S. GAAP reporting and timeliness and integrity of statutory financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, KPIs, fixed assets, restructuring and intercompany charges. As required, you will support activities performed by Mondelēz International Business Services/third-party service providers during month/quarter /year-end close, statistical reporting and statutory audit
• Contribute to strong controls and compliance environment and comply with Mondelēz International's AER policies. Support audit activities and provide information on auditors' request
• Perform moderately complex analysis of performance results as requested
• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement. You will also identify ways of working in your area of responsibility
• Contribute to a high-performing Accounting and External Reporting (AER) team. Invest in personal development and contribute to the overall development of peers and the AER team

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in accounting and external reporting including understanding U.S. GAAP, IFRS or local GAAP, close processes and financial reporting systems (SAP experience preferred). Knowledge in policy, controls and compliance design including SOX reporting
• BUSINESS ACUMEN and experience working in FMCG/CPG Industry or Big Four accounting preferred
• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills. Experience working as a finance leader managing cross-functional and business partner teams to drive timely and accurate results
• GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and financial system knowledge
• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values, policies and external regulations

More about this role

The Accounting Coordinator for Caricam will be a key member of our Finance team, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and compliance with accounting standards for the Central America and Caribbean region. This role extends beyond mere record-keeping, seeking to challenge the business, identify financial risks, and propose continuous improvements to optimize our processes and guide business figures with integrity and strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting and Financial Management:

  • Execute and oversee the issuance of financial statements and reports for the Caricam region, ensuring compliance with internal policies and local regulations.
  • Perform complex accounting entries and actively participate in operational accounting tasks when necessary.
  • Ensure the correct application of US GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, serving as a reference for both standards.
  • Efficiently coordinate and manage external and internal audit processes, working closely with auditors from firms such as PwC and EY, guaranteeing the timely and accurate delivery of information.
  • Support the understanding and application of relevant generic tax principles for the region.

• Analysis and Continuous Improvement:

  • Proactively identify financial risks and improvement opportunities, challenging the business with proposals that positively impact financial figures and strategic decision-making.
  • Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including process mapping, efficiency identification, and automation implementation.
  • Facilitate the transition and optimization of accounting processes to shared service centers (e.g., Genpact), monitoring their performance indicators.

• Collaboration and Influential Leadership:

  • Collaborate closely with internal teams, auditors, and stakeholders from different countries to ensure seamless coordination and effective communication.
  • Although without a direct team to manage, exercise influential leadership to align and motivate various teams involved in accounting and audit processes.

Ideal Candidate Requirements:

• Academic Background:

  • Professional degree in Public Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Advanced proficiency in SAP system (essential).
  • Solid knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS accounting principles (both standards are desirable).
  • Desirable knowledge and experience with financial consolidation systems such as HFM.
  • Familiarity with general tax principles.
  • Proficiency in digital tools for analysis and process improvement.

• Languages:

  • English: B1/B2 level (Intermediate) for effective communication in a global environment.

• Key Skills (Soft Skills):

  • Results Orientation and Influential Capacity: Ability to challenge the business, propose solutions, and guide financial figures, with a strong focus on achieving objectives.
  • Proactivity and Integrity: Proactive attitude to identify problems and opportunities, with an unwavering commitment to integrity and compliance.
  • Critical and Analytical Thinking: Capacity to identify financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Teamwork and Communication: Excellent coordination, communication, and collaboration skills, fundamental for interacting with internal, external teams, and auditors.
  • Leadership Without Hierarchy: Ability to lead by influence and manage diverse stakeholders.
  • Focus on Continuous Improvement: Passion for optimizing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and transferring knowledge to other teams.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Professional Experience:
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in accounting or auditing roles, preferably with experience in multi-country environments, especially in Central America and the Caribbean.
  • Desirable experience in coordinating accounting processes with shared service centers (e.g., Genpact).
  • Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or Pharmaceutical industries is highly valued.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Wacam is Mondelēz International's Latin America presence with more the 1700 wonderful people proudly representing a diversity of cultures and nationalities. Wacam includes 13 countries: Colombia, Ecuador, Perú, Chile, Bolivia, Panamá, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemela, El Salvador, República Dominicana, Puerto Rico. We make and distribute our global brands and local jewels such as Field, Club Social to over 190 million consumers. 

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Mondelez International we work under a hybrid model, in which our offices at WACAM offer us a space for connection, collaboration and co-creation, with attendance being subject to the needs of the teams themselves and/or the business.

Where permitted by internal policies and local laws, new hires are required to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment by their date of hire, unless they are granted a medical accommodation.

Job TypeRegularAccounting & External ReportingFinance

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