Manager, International Accounting (LATAM)

As a Manager, International Accounting (LATAM) at SpaceX, you'll coordinate the preparation and filing of statutory financial statements for various LATAM and Caribbean entities, ensuring compliance with local and U.S. GAAP standards. Additionally, you'll prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, partner with local service providers, and collaborate with internal teams to address complex international regulatory and tax compliance needs.

To be considered for the Manager, International Accounting (LATAM) role at SpaceX, you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with at least 8 years of experience in accounting within global organizations, including 3 years in a managerial role. It's crucial to have a strong understanding of intercompany transactions and compliance and be bilingual in Spanish.

Being bilingual in Spanish is essential for the Manager, International Accounting (LATAM) role at SpaceX, as it allows for effective communication with local service providers and stakeholders across LATAM and the Caribbean. This skill facilitates collaboration on statutory compliance and helps bridge cultural and operational differences in financial reporting.

Preferred skills for the Manager, International Accounting (LATAM) position at SpaceX include a high understanding of both U.S. GAAP and IFRS or other local accounting standards, experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or ERP accounting systems, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills. Moreover, previous experience in a dynamic work environment that requires creativity and adaptability is highly valued.

As a Manager, International Accounting (LATAM) at SpaceX, you can expect significant growth opportunities. In addition to expanding your expertise in international accounting, you will play a pivotal role in shaping accounting policies and procedures for a trailblazing company. Performance in this role could lead to further leadership opportunities within the organization as SpaceX continues to expand its global operations.

Highlight your specific experiences related to international accounting, focusing on any previous roles that required compliance with varying local regulations, managing intercompany transactions, or consolidating financial statements from multiple regions.

Discuss your approach to bridging foreign accounting practices with U.S. GAAP, including your methods for working with local teams to standardize reporting while ensuring adherence to legal and statutory requirements.

Provide detailed examples of your experience with foreign currency translation in past roles, including the processes you used to ensure accurate financial reporting and how you navigated currency fluctuations.

Explain your strategies for effective collaboration with local service providers, emphasizing communication, setting clear expectations, and the importance of building strong relationships to enhance the accuracy of financial reports.

Share specific strategies you’ve used to identify inefficiencies in existing processes and provide examples of improvements you've successfully implemented, showcasing the impact on the overall accounting function.

Discuss the specific roles you've held that involved intercompany transactions, including how you ensured compliance with transfer pricing regulations and reconciled intercompany balances.

Illustrate your capabilities in managing high-volume transactions, detailing specific tools and methodologies you employ for data analysis, including any software you are proficient with such as Excel or SQL.

Share a specific challenge related to international accounting, discussing the steps you took to address it, how you navigated regulatory hurdles, and what you learned from the experience.

Elaborate on your communication style and methods you use to stay connected with your team, whether through regular meetings, updates via email, or collaborative tools that promote transparency.

Discuss your passion for SpaceX's mission and how your skills and experience align with the responsibilities of the role, highlighting your desire to contribute to a forward-thinking company that's pushing the boundaries of technology.