Are you ready to be part of a global leader in the FMCG industry, with a legacy built on innovative and iconic brands? Our client, an American, dynamic and forward-thinking company based in Guadalajara, is seeking an experienced Accounting Analyst - USA and Canada to join their team. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in a culture that values family, fosters growth, and offers stability for long-term success. Join a company that combines its strong heritage with a passion for shaping the future, and help drive excellence within an industry leader.

This position will work with US&C Finance divisions, Brand Teams, Supply Chain, Corporate Accounting, Global POS Sourcing, Global Business Solutions (GBS), and other cross-functional groups within the organization.

The analyst will ensure the accuracy of the company financial records and compliance with internal controls and will propose and participate in process improvement projects.

Your Role in the Spotlight:

Financial Records:

• Ensures an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.
• This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing entries, financial analysis, year-end audit preparation, etc.
• Oversees advertising and promotion, and other accrual calculations and records.
• Prepares or manages and respects all deadlines imposed by the company (monthly journal entries, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, quarterly account reconciliations, etc.).

Operations:

• Prepare the US&C A&P (Advertising & Promotion) entries (i.e., estimate of incurred brand expense) and associated financial analysis (i.e., variance analysis).
• Manage point of sale (POS) promotional accounting and reconciliations; identify and resolve SAP and HH Global systems’ interface issues.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting close process for US&C divisions.
• Prepare and coordinate accounting year-end training meetings with all US&C employees.
• Manage journal entries (e.g., brand expense, prepaid amortizations, marketing research, discount accruals, corporate freight and warehouse variances, inventory true-ups, reclassifications, intercompany accruals and invoicing).
• Ensure accuracy and sufficient documentation of reclass entries and year-end accruals requested by the region’s finance team.

Analytics and Advisory:

• Assist with month-end financial analysis review.
• Work with US&C Finance to understand significant brand expense accrual adjustments and period variances.
• Analyze POS inventory levels and ensure they tie to HHG Global reports.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience in similar roles.
• Proven accounting and analytical capabilities with the ability to collect, analyze, and present results in a concise format.
• Proficiency in US GAAP.
• Proactive in recommending positive changes in procedures and leading the agreed-upon change process.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
• Ability to work efficiently on Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Experience in working with SAP, Business Warehouse or similar ERP software.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of personnel.

What is Offered:

Competitive pay structures that recognize both individual and company performance, along with a range of premium benefits, some of which are outlined here. The rest can be discussed over a coffee conversation:

• Benefit Cafeteria offering options across education, travel, dining, culture, entertainment, sports, and recreation, tailored to individual needs.
• Additional Financial Support in the event of childbirth or marriage.
• Gym Card to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Medical Care for employees and their immediate family members/partners.
• And many more benefits to be discovered in person!