Junior Controller

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Junior Controller
Mexico City

Description

The Americas Finance team is expanding. A new Financial Reporting and Control Team is being established in Mexico and will have oversight and responsibility for the maintenance of Apex’s accounting records, financial reporting and treasury functions at a local office and group level. We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to help lead and manage the Americas Finance team. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing Apex Mexico branch and will report to the Head of Finance – Central/South America.

Job specification

• Review month end financial accounts for Apex Mexico branch
• Ensure all month end procedures are being followed and financial accounts are complete, accurate and within group timelines
• Analyze monthly revenues to ensure they are complete and accurate
• Review payroll costs to ensure they are complete and accurate
• Ensure departmental procedures are produced and regularly maintained
• Ensure that all reporting deadlines are met
• Analyze and present monthly financial results to group finance
• Prepare and co-ordinate the drafting and completion of the annual report and accounts for entities in the region
• Control the timely and accurate input of static data
• Manage the annual budget process for Apex Mexico branch
• Liaise closely with the Head of Finance – Central/South America and Local Managing Director
• Liaise with business lines and support departments to ascertain their requirements
• Assist in developing, standardizing and implementing appropriate internal controls
• Manage and co-ordinate the year-end audit and tax returns process and other regulatory demands/deliverables
• Liaise and assist external auditors during their regular periodic reviews
• Liaise with tax consultant to ensure that all tax reporting deadlines are met
• Stay current and abreast of relevant IFRS developments that impact the firm
• Manage ad hoc requests as necessary responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing and coordinating a variety of administrative duties and tasks including  
• Be the “go to” person for matters related to Apex Mexico branch
• Continual involvement in the Financial elements of new projects

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
• Accounting designation (CA/CPA/CPC or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5+ years of related work experience in financial services and/or public accounting with several years in full cycle accounting
• Proficient with Excel, accounting systems and general IT
• Fully conversant in IFRS
• Experience with Mexican sales tax is an asset and regulatory filing
• Strong technical finance skills with ability to understand complex financial statements
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the different time zones of the office locations
• Self-motivated with a can do attitude
• Ability to work on own initiative, managing own time and workload
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English and Spanish with the ability to communicate effectively amongst all levels of the organization
• Reliable, committed, supportive and acts in a professional manner
• Have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst delivering to a high standard
• Nice to have experience with implementing new systems

We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture, all our opportunities at Apex have five (5) days in office requirement. 

Kindly submit English CV upon application

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Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.