Accounting Assistant

<p class="job-description-header">Who We Are</p><p>Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.<br><br>To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.</p><br><br><p class="job-description-header">What You'll Do</p><p> </p><p>As a <strong>Temporary</strong> Accounting Assistant, you will be part of the Mexico Finance team, supporting and delivering on Finance Operations and Accounting activities, providing timely and accurate information crucial for Decision support and Statutory Compliance. You should have experience in financial accounting and reporting, reconciliations, month end close, external and internal audit processes and accounting systems. This role is set as temporary for 4-6 Months and is an amazing opportunity to be part of a Global organization, leader and pioneer in business strategy across geographies. <br><br></p><p><span><strong><span>This role is set as temporary through the end of March or April 2027 and is an amazing opportunity to be part of a Global organization, leader and pioneer in business strategy across geographies.</span></strong></span></p><p> </p><p><strong>Accounting </strong></p><ul><li>Support day-to-day accounting operations, including accurate expense recording and review, invoice processing in SAP, general ledger maintenance, month-end accruals, revaluations, and other financial activities in compliance with Mexico GAAP and BCG internal standards.</li><li>Reconcile and maintain assigned balance sheet and expense accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.</li><li>Leverage system reports and queries to retrieve data for addressing inquiries and resolving accounting issues.</li><li>Respond to internal and external audit requests concerning accounting transactions, payments, and related processes in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>Assist with financial reporting obligations to external government authorities, as required</li></ul><p><strong>Accounts payable </strong></p><ul><li>Support ongoing Accounts Payable activities, ensuring that all invoices comply with local tax regulations and internal accounting policies. Schedule timely payments, coordinate the collection of payment supplements, and liaise with the Support Services team to ensure alignment on the AP process.</li><li>Reconcile Amex cards and coordinate with responsible individuals to obtain necessary invoice documentation, approvals, and invoices.</li><li>Assist on weekly payment batch preparation, including expense reimbursement process.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts and any open item related to employee reimbursements.</li><li>Assist vendors and internal staff with all questions concerning onboarding process, supplier database maintenance and related matters in Coupa.</li></ul><br><br><p class="job-description-header">What You'll Bring</p><p> </p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred), with demonstrated experience and strong interest in core accounting principles.</li><li>Minimum 1 year of relevant experience, preferably within a professional services or multinational firm.</li><li>Fluency in English, both written and spoken.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills (e.g., ability to design, enhance, and manage spreadsheets and data models).</li><li>Sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative working style.</li><li>Experience with SAP is required.</li><li>Familiarity with the Coupa platform is a plus.</li></ul><br><br><p class="job-description-header">Additional info</p><p><strong><span>Format Information: </span></strong></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>At BCG, our people and relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that in-person work is essential to our culture, mentorship, and professional development. That's why we operate on a hybrid model, with the expectation that team members will be in the office 3 to 5 days per week. This role is designed for those who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is not intended for remote or virtual work.</span></p><p> </p><br><br><p>Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. <br>BCG is an E - Verify Employer. <a href="https://careers.bcg.com/global/en/e-verify" target="_blank">Click here </a> for more information on E-Verify.</p>