General Accounting Responsibilities:* The Professional Accountant will oversee full\-cycle accounting, ensure accounting standards compliant reporting and guide a team of different functional areas at the Company. This role blends hands\-on accounting execution with leadership, process optimization, and light internal client relationship management, reporting directly to Controller in Mexico * Support day\-to\-day general accounting and reporting activities * Prepare various reports to support external reporting requirements * Actively participate in projects such as business segment sales, ERP implementations, acquisitions, among others * Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes and provide financial analysis and insights to guide decision\-making * Serve as a point of contact for internal clients, providing accounting insights and clarity, with high impact for the Company * Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency Responsible for certain month \& quarter end close activities such as:* Manage full\-cycle accounting: monthly close, reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting * Work cross functionally with department leaders to ensure their Operating expenses are correctly stated/prepare month end accruals for retail and general office * Make recommendations on process improvements and standardization to gain greater efficiency and effectiveness within the organization * Supervise and support the finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to staff members * Lead and mentor staff vendor to ensure timely and accurate deliverables * Other special projects as required Assist with audit and statutory activities such as:* Coordinate statutory audits request in accordance with the relevant laws and standards * Collaborate in the execution of financial, compliance, and operational audits including the evaluation of internal controls * Work together with our advisors in preparing financial statements and notes thereto * Prepare, coordinate and support the local statutory requests such as the Statutory Auditor’s Report, Tax Authorities Audits among others Basic Qualifications* 10\+ years progressive accounting experience, including full\-cycle accounting. * BA/BS degree in Finance or Accounting required * CPA or MBA equivalent strongly preferred * Highly motivated, analytical, proactive, and self\-sufficient * Must be able to make high\-impact decisions * Must be able to work in a fast\-paced environment * Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with people on all levels, in person, via email or other digital format * Must have the ability to pay close attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions * Must have the ability to multi\-task projects simultaneously and be able to prioritize * Proficiency in SAP/Microsoft Office/Excel/AO. * Working in shared service and/or outsourcing environment a plus * Previous “Big 4” accounting experience preferred * English fluency Location Mexico City LOCATION Mexico, D.F., Mexico FULL TIME/PART TIME Full time Current LS\&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.