We are currently looking for a dynamic Head of Finance LATAM ready to roll up the sleeves and make an immediate impact. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic vision with hands-on execution as you establish and lead a regional finance support function from the ground up. You will not only drive financial performance and provide critical insights but also design the structure, processes, and team that will support our long-term growth. If you thrive in building, innovating, and leading, this role offers the perfect platform to leave your mark. This fully office based role reports to the Group CFO with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the CEO of Latin America.
Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for all finance-related activities across the region.
- Serve as a member of the Latin America Management Team, contributing to cross-functional decision-making.
- Oversee and manage the regional function, leading a team of up to 10 professionals across financial reporting, payroll accounting, business control, tax and accounting.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in line with global reporting schedules.
- Drive preparation and consolidation of financial statements and management reports for Latin American operations.
- Continuously refine and enhance finance related workflows and internal controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with global policies.
- Implement global finance initiatives at the regional level (e.g., cash pooling, inventory systems, ERP enhancements).
- Provide financial insights and strategic support to the CEO of Latin America and regional leadership team.
- Manage periodic budget vs. actual analysis and communicate results to management and stakeholders.
- Act as a finance business partner, delivering actionable analysis to support operational and strategic objectives.
- Ensure all financial operations are conducted in accordance with corporate policies and relevant accounting standards.
- Negotiate and discuss billing related matters with clients.