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Accounting Specialist
General Motors. Support accounting and controllership activities for South America regional operations under US GAAP and IFRS .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in accounting practices under US GAAP and IFRS, with strong analytical skills for revenue recognition and inventory management. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting system implementations to enhance financial processes.
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Bachelor Degree In AccountingKnowledge In SAPSolid Knowledge In ExcelStrong Analytical SkillsExperience Supporting System Implementations
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Hard Skills
Accounting ProcessesRevenue RecognitionFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsSOX ComplianceProcess GovernanceData AnalyticsAccounting BalancesPerformance MetricsFinancial Audits
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCollaboration SkillsAttention To DetailProfessional JudgmentAbility To Work Autonomously
Tools & Technologies
TableauPower BIPower PlatformKNIMEPython
Certifications & Qualifications
Active CRC
Industry Keywords
Multinational EnvironmentsRegional Scope ResponsibilitiesAccounting PoliciesCorporate GuidanceERP Initiatives
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERPPythonTableau
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support accounting and controllership activities for South America regional operations under US GAAP and IFRS
- Contribute to accounting processes for revenue recognition and finished goods inventory
- Apply accounting policies, internal controls, and corporate guidance to routine and moderately complex matters
- Partner with Finance, Commercial, After Sales, Operations, IT, and shared services teams
- Perform monthly accounting and close activities related to revenue recognition
- Review contracts, commercial agreements, and business programs for accounting treatment and revenue recognition timing
- Prepare and analyze recurring reports and performance metrics
- Review estimates, adjustments, and accounting balances for accurate financial reporting
- Ensure compliance with inventory accounting policies, internal controls, and SOX standards
- Support ERP initiatives, system implementations, process changes, automation projects, and system-accounting interface enhancements
- Collaborate with global, regional, and shared services teams
- Monitor business activities and market developments for trends, risks, and accounting impacts
- Support internal and external audits with documentation and inquiry responses
- Contribute accounting expertise to regional projects, process governance, standardization, and continuous improvement
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor Degree in Accounting
- English from intermediate level
- Experience and knowledge in the accounting area
- Knowledge in SAP
- Solid knowledge in Excel
- Ability to work with a good level of autonomy
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment
- Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Active CRC is preferred
- Experience with Tableau or Power BI is preferred
- Experience with Power Platform, KNIME, or Python is preferred
- Experience supporting system implementations or finance transformation initiatives is preferred
- MBA or Postgraduate degree in Accounting, Controllership, Business Administration, Information Technology, or Data Analytics is desired
- Spanish is a plus
- Experience in multinational environments and regional scope responsibilities is a plus
- Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid work arrangement with on-site work 3 times a week (Tuesday to Thursday)
- Relocation benefits for candidates who qualify under company policy
- Opportunities to contribute to process improvements, system initiatives, automation, and finance transformation initiatives
- Inclusive workplace focused on belonging and professional development
- Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities