Reference: ***** New CFO / Controller, Global PE Real Estate Fund, Mexico City, Mexico Here is your chance to join a leading international real estate fund as the CFO/ controller for its Mexican operations.
The role offers the opportunity to strengthen operational excellence by leading the finance, tax, reporting and accounting functions and play a key role in supporting its continued growth and expansion.
The position is based in Mexico City.Mexico******* yearsAbout our clientOur client is a leading international real estate investment fund with a well-established presence in Mexico and a strong track record of investment performance, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.
As part of its continued commitment to the Mexican market, the firm has created a new CFO/controller position to lead the financial and administrative functions of its local platform.
The role combines strategic financial leadership with hands‐on oversight of financial planning and reporting, controllership, accounting, tax, and administration.
Working closely with senior management, the successful candidate will play an integral role in strengthening financial processes, driving operational efficiencies, and supporting the fund's investment and expansion strategy in Mexico.
Our client seeks an accomplished finance executive with strong technical expertise, sound business judgment, and the leadership skills to build, develop, and motivate a high‐performing team.
The position is based in Mexico City.What the job involvesOversee the preparation and review of financial statements, management reports, and internal and external reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and policiesPartner with business teams on strategic and financial planning, cost optimization, capital raising, and debt management, providing insights to support informed business decisionsLead monthly and quarterly financial reporting for properties, projects, and investment vehicles,



including joint ventures with international funds and family offices, ensuring the reliability of underlying accounting records, and supporting schedulesAssess the financial and operational implications of business decisions, including treasury matters, P&L; performance, investment structures, and tax considerationsAnalyze financial results, operating performance, budget variances, cash flows, and profitability, questioning discrepancies and identifying the underlying business drivers, risks, and opportunitiesOversee tax reporting, projections, compliance, and VAT recovery initiatives, optimizing recovery timelines across projectsManage budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and GAAP calculations, including depreciation, amortization, straight-line rent, and tenant lease costsAdminister loans, trusts, SPVs, joint ventures, and other investment vehicles, ensuring appropriate financial oversight, accurate reporting, and compliance with contractual and investor requirementsMonitor the financial performance of properties, projects, and investment structures, identifying operational inefficiencies, margin trends, and opportunities to enhance profitabilityLead tax matters across projects and investment vehicles, optimizing tax structures, ensuring compliance with joint venture obligations, managing tax advisors and litigation, and monitoring VAT and income tax statusReview debt agreements, interest payments, financial covenants, treasury activities, and liquidity to ensure appropriate financial control and cash managementCoordinate financial and tenant audits, tax advisors, and other external service providers,



ensuring the quality and integrity of financial informationCollaborate with local and general management, joint venture partners, investors, and other stakeholders to communicate financial results and address business and reporting requirementsLead and develop accounting, finance, and tax personnel, fostering accountability, analytical rigor, and a proactive approach to financial oversight and problem-solvingWho we are looking forSolid professional experience in finance, accounting, financial control, or financial planning, ideally combining public accounting and in‐house experienceStrong understanding of tax regulations and their potential impact on business operationsExperience in investment funds, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, or other investment-driven businesses, with an understanding of investment vehicles, SPVs, joint ventures, and investor reporting requirementsBachelor's degree in accounting, engineering, finance, economics, or a related fieldStrong commercial and business acumen, with the ability to understand how the business and its operations work beyond the numbersStrong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial information into actionable insights and recommendationsProactive, hands‐on professional who can combine the ability to manage detailed reporting and accounting responsibilities with the judgment to challenge results, identify inconsistenciesStrong organizational and time‐management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlinesProven leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop teams and collaborate effectively with global stakeholders, investors, and joint venture partnersAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in accounting and financial systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and engage in constructive discussions with business stakeholdersFluency in English and Spanish is mandatory
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