Accountant Specialist

About Franke

We, the Franke company with its three divisions, are a world's leading supplier of products and services for domestic kitchens, the professional foodservice systems and the convenience store sector as well as for professional coffee making. With around 60 companies, we are at home on five continents. Over 8,000 employees constantly take on new perspectives to identify opportunities and turn them into inspiring, innovative solutions for tomorrow’s demands.

The Franke Foodservice Systems division is a world-leading supplier of kitchen facilities, equipment and supplies solutions. As a full system manufacturer, distributor and program management partner, we supply global chains in the quick-service restaurant, convenience store and supermarket segments, helping to manage unit growth and upgrade their facilities.

About the job

The Accountant Analyst is responsible for processing, analyzing, and maintaining complex financial accounts, including vendors, customers, fixed assets, accruals, and other key ledgers. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of all financial transactions and maintains complete and organized records. The Accountant Analyst leads the timely and precise execution of the monthly closing process and supports financial analysis to ensure high‑quality reporting. Additionally, this role provides clear, transparent, and timely financial information to support organizational performance, decision‑making, and compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.

Your tasks

• Record all financial transactions in the general ledger in full compliance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and proper documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards, proactively identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Perform detailed reconciliations of Franke accounts, resolving discrepancies promptly and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Oversee and supervise the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely processing, correct coding, vendor communication, and compliance with company procedures.
• Support external and internal audits by preparing clear, accurate supporting documentation and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements applicable in México.
• Assist the Financial Manager in implementing, monitoring, and reinforcing Internal Control policies, ensuring proper stewardship of company assets and compliance with global standards.
• Manage the full lifecycle of Capital Investments (CAPEX)—from initial budgeting and approval through project execution, capitalization, and closing—ensuring proper recognition in the company’s financial statements.
• Ensure accurate recognition and reconciliation of intercompany transactions, maintaining proper alignment between accounts payable and accounts receivable across group entities.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, streamline workflows, and enhance internal controls, recommending improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide backup support to the Accounting Manager, assuming responsibilities as needed to ensure continuity of financial operations.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance to support critical accounting cycles, deadlines, and business operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the effectiveness and success of the Finance Department.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Additional training or certification in IFRS, internal control, audit, or financial analysis is a plus.
• CPA, CMA, or similar professional coursework desirable but not mandatory.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial analysis, or audit.
• Experience working in corporate finance departments and using ERP/accounting systems.
• Prior experience with compliance and legal requirements in México is strongly preferred.
• IFRS Accounting Standards: Strong understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and their application to general ledger accounting, financial transactions, and reporting.
• General Ledger Management: Knowledge of booking financial transactions, maintaining accurate ledgers, and performing account reconciliations.
• Accounts Payable Processes: Understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, vendor account management, and compliance in AP operations.
• Intercompany Transactions: Knowledge of intercompany accounting, reconciliation of balances, eliminations, and proper recognition of receivable/payable movements.
• Internal Controls: Familiarity with control frameworks, documentation, compliance requirements, and risk mitigation related to accounting operations.
• CAPEX Management: Understanding of capital expenditure processes, asset capitalization, project tracking, and correct fixed asset recognition.
• Audit Support: Knowledge of audit requirements for external and internal audits, ability to prepare documentation, and understanding of compliance with legal and regulatory standards in México.
• Financial Systems: Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar), accounting software, and reporting tools.
• Reconciliation Procedures: Ability to perform detailed account reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve variances.

Skills:

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify trends or inconsistencies, and propose solutions.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in financial entries, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues in accounting processes and propose improvements or corrective actions.
• Communication Skills: Clear and professional communication with internal teams, auditors, and cross‑functional partners.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, work under deadlines, and support month‑end closing activities.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage financial documentation, audits, reconciliations, and CAPEX records.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively with Finance, Internal Control, Audit, Operations, and Management.
• Ethics & Confidentiality: Ability to manage sensitive financial information with integrity and professionalism.
• Process Improvement Mindset: Ability to identify gaps in accounting processes and recommend optimization initiatives.
• Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish): Able to prepare reports, communicate technical financial concepts, and interact with multinational teams.

What we offer you

Competitive salary and comprehency salary.

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