Regional Finance Director

About the role

Ubiquity Global Services, a global Technology Enabled BPO, is hiring a Regional Finance Director to oversee accounting, finance, tax and treasury activities of its Latam subsidiaries. The role partners with legal, procurement and operations, ensures compliance with GAAP, corporate policies, external audits and tax filings, and manages cash, treasury, accounts payable, payroll and VAT and income tax filing. It is based in Bogotá D.C., Colombia, on site.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the monthly financial close, including recording costs, approving vendor invoices, reconciling account balances and preparing subsidiary schedules
• Prepare monthly financial statements with budget comparisons and a critical analysis of variances
• Develop the local application of Netsuite ERP for budget reporting to divisional leaders
• Contribute to internal controls so transactions are properly authorised, reviewed and approved, and work with external auditors to ensure successful audits
• Keep the chart of accounts hierarchical and scalable, maintain the accuracy of the general ledger and implement changes in accounting standards
• Recommend improvements, follow company policies and establish techniques to detect and prevent fraud
• File VAT, income tax, payroll and other local tax returns on time, using in-house resources or third-party preparers
• Collaborate with Latam leaders on supplier negotiations, operational improvements and client profitability monitoring

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance or a related field
• Accounting degree from an accredited programme
• CPA required
• Prior experience as Controller or Accounting Manager
• Effective communication and presentation skills; advanced English required
• Prior BPO experience is a major plus