Lead Accountant

At Lutron, we are driven by innovation, quality, and a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers worldwide. We are seeking a talented and motivated Lead Accountant to join our manufacturing operations team in Chihuahua, Mexico.

In this role, you will provide financial leadership and accounting expertise supporting our Mexico operations. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting and tax regulations, and partnering with local and global stakeholders to support sound business decisions.

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support general ledger activities.
• Coordinate federal, state, and local tax filings and compliance requirements.
• Support VAT refund activities and ensure compliance with IMMEX regulations.
• Review payroll accounting, employee benefit accruals, and related accounting processes.
• Prepare financial statements and management reporting packages for local and corporate leadership.
• Analyze financial results and communicate key business insights and recommendations.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, inventory accounting, and capitalization activities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, human resources, and other business functions to drive informed decision-making.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and support the ongoing enhancement of internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum cumulative 3.00 GPA required
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting and tax experience.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Knowledge of Mexican accounting standards (NIF).
• Knowledge of Mexican tax regulations, including IVA and ISR.
• Experience supporting financial reporting, compliance, and audit activities.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Advanced English proficiency, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance stakeholders.