Director, Mexico Accounting

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Mexico City, Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, MEX
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Logistics • Real Estate • Energy
The Role
Lead Mexico accounting operations and reporting across NIF, IFRS, and US GAAP. Own month-end/quarter/annual close, internal controls, audit readiness, and cross-functional collaboration. Manage and develop a large team, drive process improvements, and implement accounting standards to ensure accurate, timely financial results.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next.

Job Title:

Director, Mexico Accounting

Company:

Prologis

A Day in the Life

Our Mexico team, part of the broader Prologis global accounting organization, is responsible for the full accounting and reporting cycle across Mexico operations, ensuring compliance with Mexican GAAP (NIF), IFRS, and US GAAP.

As the Accounting Director, you will report directly to the VP Accounting LATAM and lead a large, high-performing team. You will be the primary owner of all accounting operations in Mexico, responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial records across all entities.

This role requires deep technical accounting expertise across multiple frameworks, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to operate in a complex, fast-paced, multinational environment. You will play a critical role in driving disciplined execution of the close process, strengthening internal controls, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver accurate and timely financial results that support Prologis’ growth strategy.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations & Oversight
  • Serve as the primary owner of all accounting operations in Mexico, including Property Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Consolidation, Corporate Accounting, and Internal Reporting.
  • Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of financial records across all entities.
  • Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring deadlines are consistently met in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and compliance with Prologis policies and local requirements.
  • Drive accountability across teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of financial results.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with Mexican GAAP (NIF), IFRS, and US GAAP across all accounting activities.
  • Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and internal management reports.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead audit readiness and proactively manage the resolution of audit issues.
Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and develop a large, high-performing team, setting clear priorities and driving accountability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Establish performance expectations and foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop future leaders and build organizational capability aligned with regional and global priorities.
Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Act as a key liaison between Mexico accounting, global accounting, and cross-functional partners.
  • Partner with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Asset Management, and Operations to resolve issues, remove roadblocks, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of financial results.
  • Communicate complex accounting topics clearly to stakeholders.
Technical Accounting & Process Improvement
  • Provide technical accounting guidance across NIF, IFRS, and US GAAP.
  • Lead implementation of new accounting standards.
  • Drive process improvements, standardization, and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies
  • Leadership & Coaching: Proven ability to inspire, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
  • Strategic Thinking: Connects accounting operations to broader business and financial objectives.
  • Communication Excellence: Clearly articulates complex accounting topics to diverse audiences.
  • Collaboration & Influence: Builds strong relationships and drives outcomes across functions and regions.
  • Change Management: Leads teams through change with clarity and discipline.
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Anticipates challenges and makes sound, timely decisions under pressure.
  • Cultural Agility: Effectively operates in a global, matrixed environment.
Building Blocks for SuccessQualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s degree preferred.
  • CPA / CPC required.
  • 10–12+ years of progressive experience, with significant experience leading accounting operations.
  • Experience operating in a matrixed or global organization with regulatory complexity.
  • Proven leadership experience managing large teams in a global or matrixed organization.
  • Strong expertise in NIF, IFRS, and US GAAP.
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken).
  • Demonstrated ability to simplify complex concepts, drive decisions, and influence across functions.
  • Advanced proficiency in accounting systems.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Highly organized and execution-focused, with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities, balance competing deadlines, and consistently deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and senior stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical matters clearly to executive and non-technical audiences.
  • Exhibits integrity, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset consistent with Prologis values.

People First

As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most - our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and dedicate both time and resources to leadership development. Our team is intentional about cultivating a culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion so that everyone at Prologis feels a sense of belonging.

Employment Type:

Full time

Location:

Mexico City, Mexico

Additional Locations:

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • Master's degree
  • CPA / CPC
  • 10-12+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Experience operating in a matrixed or global organization with regulatory complexity
  • Proven leadership experience managing large teams in a global or matrixed organization
  • Strong expertise in NIF, IFRS, and US GAAP
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
  • Advanced proficiency in accounting systems
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and meet competing deadlines
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with senior stakeholders
  • Ability to communicate complex technical matters clearly to executive and non-technical audiences
  • Exhibits integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset

Prologis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Prologis and has not been reviewed or approved by Prologis.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered fair to competitive across many roles, with some citing industry-leading salary and strong total rewards in select positions. Feedback suggests total compensation compares well when factoring in bonuses and stock programs.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a company 401(k) match and an employee stock purchase plan that bolster long-term savings. Feedback suggests these programs are a standout element of the total rewards mix.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is described as generous, including substantial PTO, paid holidays, and dedicated volunteer time. Feedback suggests these provisions support work-life balance alongside flexible scheduling.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco , CA
1,700 Employees
Year Founded: 1983

What We Do

Prologis is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with top manufacturing and distribution companies (e.g., Amazon, BMW, DHL, FedEx, Pepsi), we ensure timely delivery of the products that make modern life possible.

Why Work With Us

We embrace change. We ask “why” and trust that discomfort and failure are part of success. We listen, question, then commit to each other. Together as one team, we actively seek and leverage different perspectives, challenge our own best ideas and commit to a common goal. We simplify and sprint. Speed and agility drive results.

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