An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Financial Manager to join our Americas business based in Guadalajara, Mexico. Reporting to the General Manager Americas (or equivalent Finance Head), this role will lead the finance function, ensure strong financial governance, deliver strategic financial insight, and support sustainable business growth within a dynamic fresh produce export environment. The successful candidate will be a commercially astute finance leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven ability to lead teams and drive continuous improvement.

Key Performance Outputs Financial

Planning, Budgeting & Reporting

Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes

Review financial dashboards, management reports and cash flow analyses

Analyse financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability

Review monthly reconciliations and management accounts

Approve journals and corrective financial adjustments

Monitor budget performance and investigate variances

Facilitate annual external audits and support internal audit requirements

Ensure compliance with financial policies and legislation across multiple jurisdictions

Conduct financial evaluations and feasibility assessments for new projects

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

Manage daily, weekly and monthly cash flow requirements

Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts

Optimise liquidity and working capital

Maintain relationships with banks and treasury partners

Monitor foreign exchange exposure and implement approved mitigation strategies

Debtors, Creditors & Settlement Oversight

Lead debtor and creditor management processes

Review aged receivables and payables

Ensure reconciliations are completed accurately and on time

Oversee grower settlements and related financial controls

Ensure all sales, recoveries,



supplier costs and adjustments are accurately processed Grower Accounting & Producer Finance

Oversee grower accounting and settlement processes

Ensure accurate and timely grower payments

Review grower statements, reconciliations and pool accounting calculations

Monitor allocation of export proceeds and associated costs

Maintain strong grower relationships through financial accuracy and transparency Finance Team Leadership

Lead, coach and develop the finance team

Ensure accurate and timely financial outputs

Review management accounts and variance analyses

Maintain financial records in accordance with group policies and procedures

Governance, Compliance & Tax

Ensure compliance with financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions

Support taxation compliance, including:

Transfer Pricing

Corporate Tax

VAT/GST

Working knowledge of tax environments in Mexico, the USA and Peru will be advantageous

Systems & Process Improvement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Enhance reporting automation and business intelligence capabilities

Support ERP implementation, upgrades and optimisation projects

Improve process efficiency and financial data integrity

Promote standardisation and best practices across the business Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce

Professional Accounting Qualification such as CA(SA), CPA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent will be advantageous

Experience

8–10 years' experience in finance, accounting,



or financial management roles

Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior finance leadership position

Proven experience managing month-end, year-end and audit processes

Experience working with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Experience within the fresh produce, agriculture or export industry will be advantageous

Technical Expertise

Financial & Management Accounting

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;)

Cash Flow Management

Financial Reporting

Internal Controls & Governance

Audit Management

Tax Compliance

Risk Management

Grower & Pool Accounting

Debtors & Creditors Management

ERP Systems

Advanced Excel and Power BI

KPI Performance Reporting

Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

Excellent verbal and written communication

Exceptional planning and organisational ability

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Relationship-building and stakeholder management

High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism

Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy

Ability to perform effectively under pressure

Deadline and process driven

Assertive and proactive decision-maker

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance professional to play a key leadership role in a growing international fresh produce business. You will have the opportunity to influence business performance, lead finance transformation initiatives, and contribute directly to the success and growth of the Americas operation.

If you are an experienced finance leader with strong commercial acumen, a passion for operational excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced international environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of a business committed to excellence, innovation and sustainable growth.

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