Senior Accountant

Summary

Join Tala, a leading fintech company, as a Senior Accountant and play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely accounting and tax compliance in Mexico. You will own the month-end and year-end closing processes, prepare financial statements under NIF and US GAAP, and ensure timely tax filings. Responsibilities include overseeing payroll accounting, supporting audits, collaborating with global teams, and improving accounting processes. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, minimum 5 years of experience in accounting with strong understanding of NIF, US GAAP, and Mexican tax compliance, and advanced Excel skills. Fluency in English is required for global team collaboration. The position offers the opportunity to work remotely in a multicultural environment and contribute to Tala's mission of empowering the Global Majority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting roles, with solid understanding of NIF, US GAAP, and payroll-related accounting
• Strong experience in Mexican tax compliance, payroll processes, and dealing with auditors
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with NetSuite Oracle (or similar ERP)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Fluent English (both written and spoken) – required for global team collaboration
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and propose improvements proactively
• Comfortable working in a fully remote and multicultural environment

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end and year-end closing processes for Mexico
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements under both NIF and US GAAP
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings (ISR, IVA, DIOT, etc.) and coordinate with tax advisors
• Oversee payroll accounting, including review of calculations, accruals, and compliance with IMSS, INFONAVIT, and related obligations
• Support internal and external audits (statutory and group-level)
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure accounting consistency and financial integration
• Maintain and improve accounting processes, controls, and documentation
• Work closely with external advisors and SAT requirements to ensure full compliance
• Leverage NetSuite Oracle for daily accounting operations and reporting

Preferred Qualifications

Regional experience or interest in cross-border operations