P&S A2R NA Team Lead

About Syngenta  

Syngenta is a global leader in agricultural innovation with a presence in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is focused on developing technologies and farming practices that empower farmers, so they can make the transformation required to feed the world’s population while preserving our planet. Its bold scientific discoveries deliver better benefits for farmers and society on a bigger scale than ever before. Guided by its Sustainability Priorities, Syngenta is developing new technologies and solutions that support farmers to grow healthier plants in healthier soil with a higher yield. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland; Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Read our stories and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram & X. 

We make a difference 

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Finance Operations team is seeking a P&S A2R NA Team Lead in Montevideo, Uruguay. This role will lead our P&S Costing NA team while ensuring standard costing excellence and strategic partnership with Finance and P&S. Combining technical mastery with outstanding leadership, you'll thrive managing high-level stakeholder relationships in our dynamic environment.

Accountabilities 

• Lead monthly NA and CA variances meetings.
• Coordinating with North America Finance BP the Month End Closing Process.
• Coordinate and follow-up on budgeting and daily activities between Finance BP and the Costing Analysts.
• Work with North America Finance BPs in identifying process improvements opportunities. Work with the implementation team in embedding such opportunities in daily activities.
• Support plant controllers in preparing the budget fixed cost.
• Prepare monthly cycle count inventories reports. Focal point from Costing for NA audits process. Cost US export materials for Syngenta plant locations.
• Intercompany variances analysis for US, split between price, duty, and freight variances.

Required  

• Professionals from (Accounting, economics, finance, or accounting background).
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting or P&S positions.
• Experience leading finance or accounting teams with strong focus on talent development and growth.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non – financial audiences.
• Knowledge of Costing processes.
• Knowledge of IFRS.
• Knowledge of SAP and SAC.
• Fluent English and Spanish (Mandatory).
• Assertive communication.
• Proactivity and agility response.
• Energy, Drive and Persistence.
• Influencing and negotiation skills.
• Analytic skills, dynamic, teamwork, organized and attentive to deadlines.
• Easy to adapt and flexible to change.

What We Offer  

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. 

Important: 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment. 

All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability 

*This position will not provide relocation support. 

*This position will require immediate availability. 

Be part of a leading company that brings the potential of plants to life. 

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