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Leica Camera | Finance/Accounting Professional - Temp

Leica Camera is a global Icon that celebrated 100 years of innovation and photography in 2014. Over more than a century Leica has mastered the balance of art and engineering - achieving an immutable harmony of form and functionality. Visit Leica Camera at www.leica - camera.com .

We are dedicated to developing cameras and optical instruments of the highest standards. The company has a tradition of precision manufacturing and technological innovations which have steadily positioned the brand at the forefront of the photographic industry and has enabled it to establish an unsurpassed standard of excellence.

Role Overview

We are seeking a short-term accounting/finance professional to support the completion of our Mexico entity’s transition from a local ERP to SAP. This role will focus on reconciling financial data between systems, aligning local statutory accounting with corporate (US GAAP) reporting, and establishing a consistent monthly close process for the Mexico team. The position will collaborate closely with both the Mexico accounting staff and the US finance team to ensure accuracy, transparency, and sustainable processes going forward.

This role reports directly to the Controller and is a full-time Temporary position. This position is non-benefits eligible.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, proven SAP ERP experience, and the ability to bridge local and corporate reporting requirements across two accounting frameworks.

Reconcile trial balances between international subsidiaries and the U.S. group to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
Review and align financial data from external accounting sources to SAP, identifying and resolving discrepancies across systems.
Collaborate with international accounting teams and U.S. finance staff to ensure proper account mapping and consistent reporting structures.
Add AP vendors to support accurate postings and payment processing.
Assist in developing a standardized and efficient monthly close process for international entities.
Translate and interpret financial information between Spanish and English to facilitate clear, accurate communication across teams.
Support the Controller with data validation, reconciliations, and process documentation related to ERP integration activities.
Other duties as needed.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to multinational operations
Hands-on experience with SAP FI/CO modules
Working knowledge of both US GAAP and Mexican NIF standards
Demonstrated ability to reconcile and align data between two ERP systems
Experience preparing or managing month-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective bilingual communication skills (English and Spanish)
Proficiency in Excel and general data reconciliation tools

Preferred Qualifications

CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification
Prior experience with ERP migration or integration projects
Knowledge of Mexican tax reporting and compliance processes
Ability to document and implement standard accounting workflows and procedures
Experience supporting finance operations across multiple time zones and entities

Why Leica?

Join a century-old brand known for precision, innovation, and artistry.
Engage with a passionate, creative, and culturally minded team.
Access to industry-leading products, training, and professional growth opportunities.

About the Organization Leica Camera is an international, premium manufacturer of cameras and sports optics. The legendary reputation of the Leica brand is based on a long tradition of excellent quality, German craftsmanship and German industrial design, combined with innovative technologies. An integral part of the brand's culture is the diversity of activities the company undertakes for the advancement of photography. In addition to the Leica Galleries and Leica Akademies spread around the world, there are the Leica Hall of Fame Award and, in particular, the Leica Oskar Barnack Award (LOBA), which is considered one of the most innovative sponsorship awards existing today. Furthermore, Leica Camera AG, with its headquarters in Wetzlar, Hesse, and a second production site in Vila Nova de Famalicão, Portugal, has a worldwide network of its own national organizations and Leica Retail Stores.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Finance/Accounting Professional - Temp

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