Accounting Manager

Job description

Accounting Manager


This position will oversee and manage the Accounting Manager functions of AIG Mexico legal entities, including but not limited to the period end close, Balance Sheet and Intercompany reconciliations, Statutory Reporting, as well as internal and external audits coordination.

The Accounting Manager will also support Local Controller and the Regional Controller in having a general oversight for the legal entities in Mexico to ensure all key financial deliverables are completed and submitted timely.


The accounting and financial operations will be supported through a combination of shared services (FC), and Local finance team (LT).

being responsible for the close collaboration amongst the FC and LT to ensure the business knowledge is maintained and appropriately reflected in key financial deliverables.



Key Responsibilities:


Accounting Manager / Compliance / General Finance:

+ Manage all period end closing financial reporting activities in the US GAAP and Local GAAP ledgers for the Mexico entities in conjunction with FC to ensure all reporting deadlines are met.

+ Ensure accounting standards and policies are adhered to, including processes completed by FC.

+ Coordinate and review of month end and quarter end reporting activities.

+ Responsibility for Statutory Account preparation and filing working closely with FC as needed

+ Provide supporting documentations for statutory accounts preparation to assist with external audit and reviews.

+ Work closely with FC and the Business colleagues to resolve issues and communicate changes.

+ Review and meet with FC to discuss KPIs and participate in dashboard reviews to ensure Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Intercompany balances and other schedules are completed on a timely and accurate basis

+ Ensure timely and complete compliance to local statutory.

+ Interact as necessary with government agencies, financial institutions and industry organizations.

Be able to clearly articulate AIG’s position on key matters and issues

+ Ensure an effective internal control environment.

Coordinate the planning and lead the execution of local internal and external audit work.

+ Coordinate and monitor the team's efforts to fulfill SOX audit and inquiries from Corporate and external auditors.

+ Coordinate and ensure control owners perform the SOX test controls and support them.

+ Collaborate with the Management of cash flow and local treasury activities

+ Manage other activities, attending to requests for statistical information both for US and local authorities as well as other ad hoc requests that may arise from time to time

+ Manages and develops the Controlling staff.

+ Responsible for project management as well as applications implementation, documentation and user training.

+ Manages staff and supervisory staff who work on the following diverse activities, financial and management reporting, general ledger, accounts payable, invoicing, accounts receivable, intercompany transactions, taxation, fixed assets and inventory management, cash management, including interest costs and foreign exchange exposure, purchasing and payroll as well as related internal controls.



+ Sets goals and establishes priorities within the department.

+ Provides support and advice to staff concerning procedures, systems and priorities.

+ Liaises with all finance team and all areas of the company to achieve the expected result.




Key Capabilities:


* Strong analytical background with strategic thinking capabilities and attention to detail

* Solid understanding of accounting, treasury, internal controls, financial systems and processes

* Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management both verbally and in writing

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

* Ability to multi-task, consistently meeting deadlines on multiple projects and activities

* Work effectively in a team environment and in building collaborative relationships with peers and with other stakeholders

*People Managerial skills

* Advanced English



Key Experience:


* Relevant post qualification experience

* Hands on experience in an accounting manager role

* Experience Insurance Industry is considered an asset

* Strong preference for working with shared service centers

* Internal controls and SOX experience


Education

* University Degree with Accounting major or equivalent


At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office.

This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.




Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset.

We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you.

That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.


Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc.

(AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks.

It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers.

At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential.

We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.


Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals.

We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion.

The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.


AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.


AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com .







Functional Area:
FA - Finance


AIG SEGUROS MEXICO S.A. DE C.V.

Required Skill Profession

Other General