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• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP accounting standards and company accounting policies.
• Supervise accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivables, inventory, reconciliations, fixed assets, payroll, intercompany transactions accruals and financial reporting.
• Perform costing process that ensures product costs allocation in accordance to company’s procedure and compliance with financial accounting standards and to derive information for use by management for decision making purposes.
• Ensure compliance and submission of quarterly and annual tax forms in accordance with federal/state tax regulations.
• Maintain strong internal control processes and documentation.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reports.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors supporting financial and compliance audits.
• Partner with operations, finance and corporate teams to ensure accurate cost allocation and financial reporting.
• Monitor financial data integrity across ERP systems ensuring appropriate accounting treatment of transactions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis processes.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen accounting processes, controls and operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and development support to accounting team members.

• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP accounting standards and financial reporting practices.
• Understanding of internal control environments and audit processes.
• Knowledge of accounting practices within manufacturing, construction materials or heavy industrial environments.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles related to manufacturing and industrial operations.
• Strong familiarity with ERP financial systems and reporting tools, SAP preferred.
• Evaluates complex accounting issues and determines appropriate accounting treatment consistent with regulatory standards.
• Identifies financial reporting risks and implements corrective actions that strengthen financial controls.
• Analyzes discrepancies in financial data and works with cross functional teams to resolve issues.
• Regular interaction with finance leadership, operational leaders and corporate finance teams.
• Collaboration with Controller, finance teams and operational leaders to ensure financial transparency and alignment.
• Interaction with internal and external auditors during financial reviews and audit processes.
• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline required.
• Five to ten years of progressive accounting experience including experience supervising accounting activities.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction materials, mining or heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant CPA preferred.
• Certified Management Accountant CMA considered a plus.

• Strong commitment to financial integrity and accurate reporting.
• Ability to lead accounting processes within complex operational environments.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Clear communicator able to collaborate with finance and operational teams.
• Leadership capability in developing accounting professionals.
• Role model of UNA Culture values.

UNACEM North America is part of the international Grupo UNACEM family. Our parent company, Grupo UNACEM, has a rich legacy that stretches back over 100 years, marked by technological innovation and a commitment to building a sustainable world. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, Grupo UNACEM was formed by merging leading cement companies and is now a reference point in the global construction materials industry. We have steadily grown our presence throughout Latin America, and today, our North American division is an integrated business leading the way for sustainable cement manufacturing in the US. In the United States, UNACEM North America operates two major cement plants—Drake Cement in Paulden, Arizona, and Tehachapi Cement in California. These facilities are recognized for their state-of-the-art technology and have established our company as a leader in the Southwest region. The Drake Cement facility was the first of its kind to be built in Arizona in 2008, and full production began in 2011. The Tehachapi cement plant has a rich history dating back to 1906. Our company culture is anchored in the UNA Values—nine guiding principles that are woven through every aspect of our business. At UNACEM, we: Collaborate as one team, fostering an environment built on trust and respect. Take responsibility for our actions, driven by a deep conviction to fulfill our purpose. Own our professional development, cultivating growth in a challenging environment. Live by the highest standards, as outlined in our Code of Ethics and Conduct. Prioritize health and safety, considering life to be our most important asset. Commit to creating economic, environmental, and social value for current and future generations. Strive to exceed expectations through continuous improvement and efficiency. Lead change by encouraging innovation and adaptability. Put the customer at the center of all our actions, working to provide sustainable solutions. As we look ahead, UNACEM North America is dedicated to ambitious sustainability goals. Grupo UNACEM’s global roadmap calls for all operations to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. We are making large-scale investments to modernize our plants, improve energy efficiency, adopt alternative fuels, and implement carbon capture technology. These efforts align with our broader purpose—to grow together and build a sustainable world for everyone. Joining UNACEM North America means being part of a forward-thinking company—one where each team member plays a pivotal role in building a more sustainable future. If you share our values and passion for innovation, we look forward to learning more about your background and how you could contribute to our mission.