📍 Location: Providencia, Guadalajara, Mexico
🗣️ Language: Bilingual (English & Spanish)
💼 Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work and currently residing in Mexico.
About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Accounting Manager to lead our general accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success managing teams, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP in complex, fast-paced environments. This role requires advanced Excel skills, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while delivering accurate, timely financial information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team.
- Oversee general ledger activities, month-end and year-end close processes, and financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
- Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that support strategic decisions.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage external audit processes, ensuring timely and successful completion.
- Use advanced Excel functions to analyze data, generate reports, and optimize workflows.
- Partner closely with the VP of Accounting on strategic initiatives and special projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas, data analysis).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English (advanced proficiency required).
- High level of initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Preferred industry experience: Senior Housing, Real Estate, Hospitality, or Healthcare.
- Preferred: Hands-on experience with Yardi accounting software
Benefits
Why Join MezTal?
At Meztal, we prioritize innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, be part of a supportive team, and enjoy a culture that values work-life balance and professional development.
- Christmas Bonus: 30 days, to be paid in December.
- Major Medical Expense Insurance: Coverage up to $20,000,000.00 MXN.
- Minor Medical Insurance: VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor’s appointments and accident reimbursements.
- Dental Insurance: Always smile with confidence!
- Life Insurance: (Death and MXN Disability)
- Vacation Days: 12 vacation days in accordance with Federal Labor Law, with prior approval from your manager. + Floating Holidays: 3 floating holidays in addition to the 7 official holidays in Mexico.
- Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy.
- Hybrid Scheme: Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work.
- Multicultural Exposure: Work with operations within Mexico and the United States.
- MezTal Internal Events: Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals.
- Exclusive Discounts: Benefits with different companies for being part of MezTal.
- Academic Agreements: Access to national universities and language schools.
