About Total Energy:
Total Energy is a leading energy solutions provider committed to excellence in fuel distribution, logistics, and renewable energy. We are expanding our operations to Mexico City and are building a collaborative team to support our continued growth across North America.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Controller with a US CPA license and near-fluent English proficiency to lead our financial operations. This role requires someone skilled in preparing financial statements from scratch, budgeting, and managing monthly fuel and sales tax reporting for multiple US states. This position will be instrumental in setting up financial frameworks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering seamless communication with our Phoenix headquarters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Reporting: Prepare income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements independently, without relying on an existing trial balance.
- Tax Compliance: Oversee monthly fuel tax and sales tax reporting for multiple US states using state-provided spreadsheet templates.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage company budgets, providing insights and recommendations for financial planning.
- Asset Management: Track and record depreciation schedules for various assets (e.g., tanks, trucks) and understand their implications for S-corporation tax returns.
- Collaboration and Communication: Facilitate clear and open communication between the Mexico City team and our US-based team in Phoenix, AZ, ensuring unity and alignment in financial practices.
- Audit Support: Work with auditors, particularly for any missing assets from the 2023 acquisition, and ensure accurate asset listings.
- Advanced Excel Use: Utilize Excel for complex functions, such as VLookups, Pivot Tables, and Index Match, to streamline tax reporting and financial analyses.
Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA): Must hold an active US CPA license.
- Professional Experience: Prior experience at a “Big 4” accounting firm is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, including experience with VLookups, Pivot Tables, and Index Match.
- US Tax Knowledge: Understanding of depreciation schedules and their impact on S-corporation tax filings.
- Communication Skills: Near-fluent English proficiency, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and comprehend instructions in English. Comfortable reaching out to team members in the US to resolve issues and ensure cohesive teamwork.
- Initiative and Independence: Ability to work autonomously in Mexico City while actively participating in a cross-border team dynamic.
Why Join Total Energy?
- Opportunity to be part of a growing company with an international presence.
- Collaborative team environment that values input and initiative.
- Competitive compensation package with opportunities for career advancement.
- Work alongside a team of experienced professionals committed to industry excellence.
If you are an experienced Controller with a proactive approach to financial management and a commitment to cross-border collaboration, we invite you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of Total Energy’s financial landscape!