Accounting Analyst

*This position is located in our GBS (San Pedro Garza Garcia) office

About the role: 

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Accounting Analyst is responsible for end to end accounting of the entity in accordance with group-wide & national accounting principles and standards within the assigned scope (together with publication of the financial statement). Main duties include: reconciling account balances, managing fixed, intangible and leased assets, cash and bank (both external and in-house banks) and complex Barry Callebaut specific processes around rebates, commissions and broker accounts for an entire region comprising 14 factories. Additionally, the role requires maintaining general ledger, preparing month-end close adjustments and compiling financial statements. Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports are very needed in that position

Key responsibilities include: 

• Ownership for reporting of financial data of an entity
• Participate in preparation of financial statement, closing the books, producing compliant internal and external reporting
• Responsible for executing and reviewing day-to-day accounting and month-end closing activities related but not limited to: tangible and intangible assets, rebates, commissions, cash and in-house banks, broker accounts
• Ensure that financial records are kept in accordance with IFRS requirements
• Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations, analyze and resolve discrepancies
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, providing inputs and ad-hoc analysis where required
• Work closely with other departments of the organization to ensure transactions reflect economic reality
• Lead on ad-hoc projects, as necessary
• Take initiative to identify, plan, and implement key projects to improve quality and increase efficiencies
• Liaise with external and internal auditors during year-end and other financial statement audits. Serve as a link between auditors and internal finance team by preparing audit schedules and providing support at a high level of service
   

About you:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or similar
• At least 4 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, month-end close; for multinational companies, preferably B2B/food industry or in Shared Service Center / BPO context.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and interpretations governing accounting framework, financial statements and disclosure, including IFRS.
• Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports.
• Ability to collaborate cross functionally in a fast paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Fluent in English and Spanish, both written and oral
• Excellent MS Office proficiency with advanced Excel skills (sumproduct, vlookups, etc)
•  RPA & Power BI experience will be an asset.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.