What the role is:The Finance Accounting Manager works in collaboration with the VP Accounting, Partnership Accounting Manager, External Reporting Manager, Director of Tax and Internal Auditor. This position will report directly to the VP Global Accounting and will assist this well-capitalized start-up company with technical accounting, partnership accounting, investor presentations and other special projects as it continues its global expansion.Responsibilities:Oversee an accounting team in Panama Central Finance Team, approximately 4-5 people - responsible for team functionsWork closely with Operations Finance team to deliver month end accurately and on timeStakeholder management during interactions with location accounting teams in 16 countrieson three continentsStrive for continuous improvement in all business processes across the finance functionInterface with other departments in the organisation to deliver ad hoc reporting requirements
Qualifications:
2+ years of Finance & Accounting experienceBilingual in Spanish and English – both verbal and written to Business level standardCPA or ACA or equivalent professionally chartered accountantProven track record of managing large teams wellExcellent understanding of corporate procedures and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, etc.) and ability to work with a wider team to identify areas of improvement as well as organise executionExcellent knowledge of accounting (accounts payable/general ledger, financial chart of accounts, etc.)Experience in the hospitality industry a bonusExperience of Oracle and Hyperion a bonusProficient in Excel, PowerPoint and WordMust have strong work ethicsMust be well organized and a self-starterDetail oriented, professional attitude, reliablePossess strong organizational and time management skillsAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness