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Accounting Technician Mexico

Main locations: 

Santiago de Queretaro, MX

Job Type:  Full-time
Workplace type:  On site
Offer number:  5358

EXFO develops smarter test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the global communications industry. We are trusted advisers to fixed and mobile network operators, hyper-scalers and leaders in the manufacturing, development and research sector. They count on us to deliver superior visibility and insights into network performance, service reliability and user experience. Building on over 35 years of innovation, EXFO’s unique blend of equipment, software and services enable faster, more confident transformations related to 5G, cloud-native and fiber optic networks.

Since our beginnings in 1985, diversity has been one of EXFO's core values, fostering an inclusive corporate culture. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experience into a culture that values innovative ideas, teamwork, and a customer- and market-focused approach. We seek the active contribution of everyone, with respect for the individual, the environment and the community. This is how we fulfill our purpose: to ensure the connected world meets the highest expectations, to bring together people, communities and businesses.

Job summary:

The Junior Finance Analyst will support the Finance Manager in the daily accounting, reporting and internal control activities for EXFO Products, in Mexico. This role is key in improving process efficiency, ensuring compliance with local and corporate requirements, supporting IMMEX activities, and strengthening monthly closing and audit readiness.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Based full-time in the Queretaro factory;
  • Manage the full process of accounts payable and expense reports;
  • Prepare journal entries, supporting documentation and weekly bank reconciliations;
  • Ensure that intercompany accounts are balanced;
  • Monitor cash flow on a bi-monthly basis;
  • Perform monthly budget variation analysis;
  • Improve the monitoring of fixed assets at the accounting level;
  • Oversee communications between the company and the government and understand the fiscal of finance issues;
  • Collaborate with the head office team for any relevant information request or improvement;
  • Implement and maintain a proper internal control system in accordance with EXFO standards;
  • Ensure compliance of supporting documentation, including obtaining appropriate approvals;
  • Any other procedures necessary for the preparation of the financial statements.

 

If necessary, you will perform any other tasks that may fall within the scope of this job. You will have to communicate in English with your colleagues based outside of Mexico. This is a new position for EXFO's company, based in Mexico.

 

What we’re looking for:

Technical skills

  • Excellent knowledge of Excel software and generally accepted accounting principles;
  • Experience in a multi-currency environment;
  • Experience in a multi-company environment is an asset;
  • Experience in an IMMEX company is an asset;
  • Knowledge of SAP accounting software is a definite asset.

 

Required aptitudes

  • High degree of autonomy, reliability, resourcefulness, curiosity and rigor at work;
  • Have at heart the respect of deadlines, efficient work, as well as teamwork;
  • Good communicator, diplomacy and strong sense of responsibility;
  • Structured and organized.

 

 

 

Must have:

Pertinent experience:

3 years above related work experience is preferred

Experience in manufacturing or maquila environments preferred.

Language requirements:

Able to communicate in Spanish and English (read, write and speak)

Education:    

Relevant degree in the finance field

 

 

 

 

Any other combination of experience/studies will be considered.

EXFO is an equal opportunity employer

Diversity is an asset that has made EXFO strong since its inception because it enriches us. For more information about diversity and inclusion at EXFO, read our DEI Statement.

For positions located in Quebec, the language requirement is French. However, in the context where the incumbent evolves in an international work environment and where the activities take place mainly outside Quebec, we favor bilingualism as a linguistic requirement.

Do you have questions about this career opportunity or our hiring process? Contact us at careers@exfo.com or, if you are applying for a job located in Mexico, at mexico-careers@exfo.com.

Thank you for your interest in EXFO!

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