To promote the success of Expeditors by directing the Companys financial affairs within a framework of prudent and effective controls which enable risk to be assessed and managed through focus on Finances Operations People Customers Systems Culture and Compliance in adherence to the companys policy and procedures.
This is a great opportunity for a seasonned finance professional to join a truly global organisation and rapidly develop your career within a multinational and dynamic environment.
Qualifications :
Major Tasks & Responsibilities:
Finance:
- Lead the team of Country Controllers for CAS Region (Guatemala Costa Rica Panama Dominican Republic Colombia Chile Peru Argentina and Uruguay) including management activities (performance evaluations administrative approvals etc)
- Support CAS RVP with any required financial report or analysis.
- Lead regional projects aiming to obtain efficiencies through standardization simplification and processes optimization.
- Oversee all tax and financial regulatory compliance issues including the preparation and submission of information to statutory authorities.
- Oversee Internal Controls compliance in all CAS Countries.
- Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost reduction opportunities and drive initiatives to promote efficient and cost effective operations.
- Drive Operational Accounting Excellence in the CAS Region.
- Participate in decisions regarding financial strategy and business operations .
- Provide financial and accounting expertiese and support local teams in every CAS country.
- Assist in the preparation and of financial policies and procedures.
Compliance:
- Oversee internal controls over financial reporting for the CAS Region.
- Promote a culture of compliance with Company policies and government regulations.
- Serve as a role model and leader in the demonstration of ethical business practices and conduct.
- Proactively communicate with his/her team to ensure continuous awareness and understanding of policies and regulations.
Culture:
- Proactively promote the companys 10 cultural attributes: Appearance Attitude Confidence Curiosity Excellence Integrity Pride Resolute Sense of Humour and Visionary.
Skills:
- Advanced in Microsoft Office including Excel Formulas and Pivot Tables.
- Knowledge of Power BI.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
- Strong organisational and analytical skills with an attention to the details.
- Effective interpersonal skills including proven abilities to listen comprehend effectively communicate clearly and concisely to financial persons aswell as nonfinancial persons at all levels from Operations to Senior Management.
- Proven leadership attitude and skills.
- Ability to drive and lead through change.
- Experience in compliance and internal controls.
- Prefereably experience in managing Finance departments in multiple countries within Latam region.
Informacin adicional :
Candidate requirements:
- Relevant bachelors or masters degree plus CPA (or equivalent)
- Proven and strong experience as a Financial Controller
- 15 years of Accounting and Finance experience (prefereably in the Global Logistics Industry).
- US GAAP experience (highly desirable).
- Full spectrum of accounting and finance experience.
- High level of tax and regulatory knowledge in Latam countries.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
- Based in any of CAS countries.
Behaviours:
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Reliable and accurate.
- Supportive and highly adaptable to change.
- Takes initiative and works autonomously.
- Approachable and Proactive.
- Being an advocate of Expeditors culture at all times by adhering to the companys 10 cultural attributes: Appearance Attitude Confidence Curiosity Excellence Integrity Pride Resolute Sense of Humor and Visionary.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime