Head of Finance and Accounting

Job Description : FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING HEAD CHILE This challenge offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives and directly contribute to the company's growth. In the short term, the successful candidate will prioritize the successful implementation of a new ERP system. In the long term, they will focus on optimizing accounting, financial and internal control processes to ensure efficient reporting and operations aligned with the organization's strategic objectives. Leading transformative initiatives Ensuring operational excellence and financial integrity Promote strategic projects such as the implementation of ERP systems What you will do: As Head of Finance and Accounting, you will play an integral role in our clients’ operations. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure operational excellence through effective management of the finance team. You will also be tasked with implementing a new ERP system, a project that will require your expert leadership skills. In addition, you will oversee all aspects of accounting, from coordinating periodic closings to directing audits. Your ability to provide clear, decision-relevant analysis will be crucial in this role. In addition, you will manage financial projections and cash flows while overseeing payments to suppliers. Your role will also involve managing corporate insurance policies and coordinating ad hoc administrative matters. Actively participate in the implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring that project objectives are met within the established timeframe, budget and quality. Supervise and lead the accounting and finance team, promoting an environment of high performance and professional development. Ensure compliance with accounting principles (IFRS) and Chilean tax regulations. Coordinate periodic accounting closings and lead external and internal audits, ensuring transparency and accuracy in financial reports. Prepare financial statements and reports for management and the Board of Directors, providing clear and relevant analysis for decision making. Manage financial projections and cash flows, optimizing the company's financial commitments. Monitor payments to suppliers, ensuring budgetary control of each business unit. Implement improvements in accounting and financial processes to increase long-term operational efficiency. Manage corporate insurance policies and coordinate ad hoc administrative matters as required by the company. Ensure alignment with parent company accounting and financial policies. What you bring: As Head of Finance and Accounting, you will bring a wealth of experience in leading finance teams and improving internal processes. Your track record in ERP system implementation and financial system optimization will be invaluable to our client. You will also have experience in managing accounting closings, external and internal audits, and possess up-to-date knowledge of Chilean accounting regulations (IFRS) and tax laws. Ideally, you will have experience in managing corporate insurance policies. Your advanced level of English will enable you to interact effectively with international stakeholders. Finally, your academic background in Accounting, Finance or related fields will underpin your practical skills. Proven experience in leading financial teams and improving internal processes. Track record in ERP systems implementation and financial systems optimization (short-term priority). Experience in managing accounting closings, external and internal audits. Up-to-date knowledge of accounting regulations (IFRS) and Chilean tax laws. Experience in managing corporate insurance policies is desirable. Advanced level of English, with the ability to interact with international actors. Academic training in Accounting (preferred), Finance or related fields.

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