Hybrid Internal Controls Lead – Process Improvement

at MezTal

• Job title: Internal Controls Lead – Process Improvement
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: ERP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Guadalajara, Mexico

About the role

• Highly analytical accounting professional supporting internal controls and audit readiness. Evolving into a Controller-level leadership role as the organization expands.

Responsibilities

• Internal Controls & Compliance
• Evaluate current accounting processes and identify control gaps or operational inefficiencies
• Design and implement internal controls aligned with best practices and audit readiness standards
• Support documentation and implementation of controls within compliance management tools such as Vanta
• Prepare the organization for future SOC-type compliance frameworks and external audits
• Ensure financial processes support scalable operations as the company grows
• Process Documentation & Operational Efficiency
• Document end-to-end accounting workflows across AR, AP, and financial close processes
• Standardize workpapers, documentation practices, and reporting methodologies
• Improve process clarity so procedures can be easily understood and replicated
• Create clear documentation, instructions, and legends for financial workpapers and operational reports
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and reduce manual inefficiencies
• Financial Oversight & Accounting Quality
• Review financial close processes and identify improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency
• Support month-end close timelines and ensure proper documentation and reconciliation standards
• Evaluate accounting estimates and accrual processes to ensure reasonable financial accuracy
• Ensure financial outputs (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) reflect operational reality
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with accounting, AR, AP, and finance teams to implement improved processes
• Partner with leadership to support operational growth and system scalability
• Provide guidance and training to accounting staff on improved procedures and controls
• Help foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational transparency
• Future Leadership (Controller Path)
• Develop deep understanding of current accounting operations and systems
• Support financial leadership in building a scalable accounting infrastructure
• Potentially transition into Controller responsibilities as the organization evolves

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Experience with internal controls, audit readiness, or compliance frameworks
• Background in public accounting (Big4 or similar) or highly structured accounting environments preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience evaluating and improving financial processes
• Ability to document workflows and create operational playbooks
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams
• Preferred Qualifications
• CPA or CPA-track preferred
• Experience with SOC compliance, internal audit, or financial controls frameworks
• Experience supporting fast-growing organizations or operational transformations
• Experience with accounting systems such as Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems
• Exposure to financial process automation or system integrations
• Key Traits
• Process-oriented and highly organized
• Comfortable challenging existing processes and proposing improvements
• Strong communicator able to work with teams resistant to change
• Strategic thinker with operational mindset
• Hands-on and comfortable working both strategically and tactically

Benefits

• 🎄 **Christmas Bonus**: 30 days, to be paid in December.
• 🩺 **Major Medical Expense Insurance**: Coverage up to $20,000,000.00 MXN.
• 🩹 **Minor Medical Insurance**: VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor’s appointments and accident reimbursements.
• 😁 **Dental Insurance**: Always smile with confidence!
• 💼 **Life Insurance**
• 🌴 **Vacation Days**: 12 vacation days.
• + 📅 **Floating Holidays**: 3
• 📱 Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy.
• 🌐 **Hybrid Scheme**: Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work.
• 🌍 **Multicultural Exposure**: Work with operations within Mexico and the United States.
• 🎉 **MezTal Internal Events**: Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals.
• 💸 **Exclusive Discounts**: Benefits with different companies for being part of MezTal.
• 📚 **Academic Agreements**: Access to national universities and language schools.
• 🚀 **Career Growth**: We will search for the best conditions for progressing in your career.