Overview:
Lutron has an immediate opening in Chihuahua, Mexico for a Lead Accountant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information within our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will perform a mix of general accounting and light cost‑accounting activities, including month‑end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance with US GAAP.
You will also assist with inventory valuation, basic product costing, variance analysis, preparation of budget and forecast, and operational financial insights that help drive profitability and efficiency. Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance, you will translate manufacturing activity into meaningful financial analysis to support decision‑making.
This role offers strong development potential, exposure to multiple business areas, and opportunities to participate in impactful projects, process improvements, and system enhancements across accounting and manufacturing finance.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain, review, and update standard costs; ensure accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods; analyze manufacturing variances and identify cost‑optimization opportunities.
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Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close by preparing cost‑related journal entries, reconciling inventory and manufacturing accounts, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, internal controls, and audit requirements.
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Lead budgeting and forecasting for the manufacturing segment; analyze performance vs. plan and provide margin and profitability insights for pricing, operations, and strategic decisions.
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Improve cost‑accounting processes and ERP data integrity; participate in system upgrades; collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance to resolve issues and align cost strategies.
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Communicate financial insights to non‑finance stakeholders and support special projects and ad‑hoc analyses focused on cost, margin, and profitability improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in Business, CPA, CMA, or Data Analytics credentials are a plus.
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Minimum of 6 years of progressive accounting and cost accounting experience. Public accounting experience is a plus.
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Solid knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, internal controls, and general accounting principles.
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Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting is preferred but not required.
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Fluent in English and Spanish
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Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred) and Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills (modeling, what‑if/sensitivity analysis) required.
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Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
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High attention to detail with the ability to understand broader business impacts.
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Proven organizational skills, sense of urgency, and a proactive, continuous‑improvement mindset.
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Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and ability to influence cross‑functional partners.
Lutron Electronics’ position as the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent. Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at www.lutron.com.
Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action – Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics
