Accounting Policies Manager

Job description

Role Purpose.

The role of Accounting Policy Manager supports Head of Accounting Policy Mexico and LAM to ensure accounting standards are correctly and consistently applied and new accounting standards are successfully implemented.

As a part of 2LoD team, the role is engaged to properly escalate any deficiency observed in the accounting processes reviewed to 1LoD/2LoD.

The role requires significant communication with Finance functions of LAM sites and Group Accounting Policies in other regions

Main Responsabilities:

Main activities:

• Accurate application of IFRS and Mexican GAAP (only applicable for Mexico) to ensure consistency and accuracy of financial reporting information for new initiatives and/or products.
• Help in the coordination of the implementation of new Accounting Policies and changes on timely basis.
• Provide accurate and timely turnaround of accounting opinions.
• Identify and report inconsistencies found in accounting processes to 1LoD/2LoD teams.

Requirements

• Background in Financial Institutions, Big4 or Mexican regulators
• Highly knowledge in Financial & Banking processes
• Advocate to the application of accounting standards (IFRS/Mex GAAP)
• Preparation or review of financial statements
• Leading accounting standards implementation

Abilities

• Highly Analytical                                                                   
• Decision-making capabilities
• Effective communication skills
• Strong English language skills (written and spoken) and fluency in local language (written and spoken)
• Highly Self-management of tasks capabilities
• Highly Self-learning capabilities
• Medium skills in solving problems & conflicts

HSBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and, opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of, but not limited to, their gender or genetic information, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, social status, medical care leave requirements, political affiliation, people with disabilities, color, national origin, veteran status, etc., We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role.