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This exciting role has the responsibility for coordinating financial accounting, reporting and analytical activities with regards to the Mexico Fixed Assets, leasing and prepaid expenses.

Meaningful Work From Day One

The business in this region is growing. A great expansion of the production plant is in process to hold the increase of Tequila production. This is a great opportunity to have exposure to key areas locally and from corporate.

What You Can Expect

Responsible for the Mexico unit´s Fixed Assets/Leasing/Prepaid expenses related tasks: prepare and document in adherence to corporate policy, including month end activities closing entries and adjustments.

Safeguard accurate posting of asset in fixed asset ledgers in a timely manner

Collaborate closely with Production, Corporate accounting and Auditors to ensure compliance with GAAP guidelines (ASC 360/340/842) and company policy and procedures.

Ensure timeline and accurate bookings of Construction in Progress, Fixed Asset Capitalization, Fixed Assets scraping and accelerations

Perform fixed assets depreciation, fixed asset write-offs, projections as needed and especially for budget planning purposes

Prepare and review fixed asset account reconciliations and analysis to ensure completeness and accuracy and resolve account discrepancies on a timely basis

Oversee SOX controls in Fixed assets process: CAR approvals, Capitalizations, inventory, disposals, asset transfers, leasing additions/disposals 

Plan, coordinate count and record results of periodic fixed assets physical inventory

Periodic assessment regarding assets impairment

Drive global process automation, documentation and continuous improvement initiatives for fixed assets geared towards operational improvement and alignment across legal entities

Provide training and guidance to ensure that the review, approval, and accounting policies for capital purchases are globally aligned and consistently applied.

Prepare supporting documentation and respond to inquiries for the company’s quarterly, interim and year end audits, including SOX internal controls processes and procedures

Keep up to date Fixed assets information for Tax compliance purposes

Ensure timeline and accurate recording leases in connection with ASC 842. Obtain information of new leases, term changes and  lease terminations. Updating database on Visual Lease application for reporting and adjustments determination. 

Prepare journal entries and reconcile balance accounts within the scope that all the area requires, collaborating actively with the rest of the accounting team in the delivery tasks related to the Month End closing process

Participate actively in cross training program to assure the business continuity for the area

Participate and/or lead ah-doc projects or tasks for the area. 

What You Bring to the Table

At least two years in a similar role, preferably in a global company or dispatch

Strong communicator with the ability to influence across all levels within the organization.

High degree of independent judgment and initiative.

Strong organizational skills with ability to manage priorities in a rapidly changing environment.

Experience making decisions and escalating sensitive issues.

Strong US GAAP, Mexican IFRS and Tax requirements related to the scope of this position.

Fluency (oral and written) in English and Spanish

 What Makes You Unique

Project management experience and strong organizational skills with ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment..  

Professional register in the Regional Accounting Council is desired

Advanced computer skills with current, or ability to quickly build, proficiency of Google G Suite [Slides, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar and Mail], Excel, SAP, Blackline, Visual Lease

Who We Are

Imagine working for a company that welcomes you in, inspires you to bring your best self to every opportunity, and encourages you to grow and develop your career in a resilient and fun industry. Brown-Forman offers our employees this kind of career and environment and has for more than 150 years. Together, we proudly live and work by our values, striving each day to be better and do better as people, as a company, and as members of the communities we call home. Come have a seat at our table!

Many Spirits, One Brown‑Forman- We believe that an inclusive culture, one that values the diversity and unique perspective of each individual, allows us each to bring our best self to work and leads to greater teamwork, creativity, and trust.

Cultivating a Caring Culture- We know that our strong culture is one of the many reasons people love working at Brown‑Forman.

Enriching Life. Enriching Careers- At Brown‑Forman, we craft products known for bringing people together. Our employees have made us what we are today and are the reason for our success. Do not just take our word for it. Brown‑Forman is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work® in countries around the world.

What We Offer:

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Requisition Type:

Employee

Management Level:

Professional

Global Job Level:

P5

Number of Openings Available:

1