Main Purpose:
The Accounting team in Montevideo operates under a function-based structure, covering the following areas: Cash & Debt, Performance, Estimates, Fixed Assets, Inventory, and Consolidation.
Across all functions, the team is responsible for maintaining accurate and complete Trial Balances (Statutory & Group) for Impala Terminals Group JV entities — both stand-alone and consolidated — while providing end-to-end accounting and reporting support. This includes GL entries, account reconciliations, preparation of ad-hoc analysis, key controls, and Financial Statements.
The team follows a rotation model, enabling each member to develop deep expertise in one function before transitioning to another, fostering broad technical knowledge and cross-functional versatility.
This role is part of a two-position hire, with initial assignments in Fixed Assets or Consolidation depending on the candidate's profile and business needs
Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Coordinate month end close with peers in MVD, local offices and head offices
• Run monthly processes
• Prepare Key and Non-Key Controls reports
• Manage fluent interaction with other areas of the company (AP/AR, Treasury, Tax, FP&A, etc)
• Report BS/PnL and review/explain deviations
• Perform GL account analyses and reconciliations
• Ensure accuracy of Statutory and Group accounting (IFRS), preparing also required information for Financial Statements purposes
• Support internal and external audits (follow up on audit resolutions)
•Evaluation of existent controls and processes and proposal of improvements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Public Accountant
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting field
• Fluent in English
• Advanced Excel skills / pivot tables
• Results oriented
• Meet deadlines on assignments
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Independent team player with good communication skills – verbal and written
• Fast learner and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment