Senior Accountant, Latam

South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create value from sustainability-related activities.

Our Corporate Functions team is the “enablement engine” of South Pole. Behind the scenes, we provide the business with world-class solutions and best practices that sustain business growth and success. We cover key areas such as Finance, HR, Office Management, Legal, IT, Operations, etc. If you are a smart, ambitious and dynamic professional with a strong passion to make a real difference in the fight against climate change, the below position may be right for you!

Job summary:

As a member of our Finance team, you are to support the accounting function for the Latin America (Mexico & Colombia) region in Finance. In coordination with other South Pole employees across the globe, you ensure accurate and timely management of all related transactions. The position stands out by the possibility to learn on the job and the ability to gain new skills as you grow in your role. In addition, you assist in closings, are involved in specific accounting projects, and collaborate in process improvements, amongst others. Join us to become part of our motivated and diverse team of finance experts.

Main tasks & responsibilities:

 - Process Accounts Receivable and Payables;

- Aged creditors and debtors reporting, including following up on overdue AR;

- Be the first point of contact for finance matters and manage the LATAM team group mailbox and Jira tickets;

- Processing payments and assisting with the reconciliation of the bank accounts;

- General ledger reconciliations;

- Process employees' expense claims and company card reconciliation;

- Monthly and annual reporting for the Latin America region;

- Maintain bi-weekly cashflow forecast for the Latin America region;

- Maintain Fixed Asset Registers for the Latin America region;

- Intercompany transactions reconciliations;

- Manage audits of the Colombian entity;

- Manage the tax compliance matters of the LATAM region;

- Coordinate daily business and specific projects with employees around the globe;

Actively support the finance team with monthly, quarterly, and annual closin

Requirements:

- Federal diploma of commercial apprenticeship (M-Profil), or comparable education

- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in an international company. High-energy, flexible, and responsive working style

- Strong knowledge of IFRS is a plus, VAT regulations, and accounting principles.

- Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel

- Excellent Spanish and English skills

- Mexican national, or holder of a valid required work visa in Mexico

What we offer:

At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. South Pole is not just an employer, we are a Team. South Pole does not just offer people a job, we offer you a career. By joining our team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for our clients and for the planet, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic, international and fast-growing organisation.

We’re a planet of 7.5 billion unique and different people. We all have a contribution to make and South Pole is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability. Our recruitment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.