Accounting Specialist - Spanish Bilingual

Hubstaff blog; Canada; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A remote U.S.-based bookkeeping and accounting firm is seeking a Spanish-English bilingual accounting specialist based in Latin America. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with experience in U.S. accounting, QuickBooks Online, and a passion for accurate financial reporting. Responsibilities include full-cycle bookkeeping, maintaining accurate records, and supporting month-end closing processes. This role offers opportunities for client-facing growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in U.S. bookkeeping or accounting.
• Advanced QuickBooks Online proficiency is essential.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP bookkeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping including transaction entry, reconciliations, and closings.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and client-specific reports.
• Collaborate with remote team members for seamless service delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

U.S. bookkeeping

Reconciliation skills

Communication skills (English and Spanish)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online expertise

Job description

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Spanish-English bilingual accounting specialistlocated in Latin America to support our fast-growing U.S.-based bookkeeping and accounting firm. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in U.S. accounting practices, an excellent command of QuickBooks Online, and a passion for accuracy and clean financial reporting.

If you have experience supporting U.S. clients and enjoy working with numbers, processes, and systems in a remote team environment w, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate general ledger records for multiple U.S.-based small business clients.
• Perform full-cycle bookkeeping, including transaction entry, monthly reconciliations, and closings.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and client-specific reports.
• Conduct timely bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Support month-end close processes and ensure organized and audit-ready books.

QuickBooks Online Expertise

• Use QuickBooks Online (QBO) to manage daily accounting workflows.
• Categorize and code transactions properly, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Reconcile accounts and maintain up-to-date ledgers.
• Create and customize reports and dashboards to support business decision-making.
• Monitor trends, anomalies, and account balances to catch and resolve errors early.

Expense Management & Reporting

• Track and categorize business expenses with attention to detail and proper classification.
• Generate and submit expense reports for internal and client-facing review.
• Follow up on missing receipts or incomplete documentation to ensure compliance.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Assist with file management, digital organization, and documentation of client records.
• Provide data support as needed to help streamline internal operations.
• Collaborate with team members across time zones to ensure seamless delivery of services.

Client-Facing Growth Path (Future)

• Grow into a client-facing role, with clear and professional communication in both English and Spanish.
• Handle client inquiries and updates, and report discussions with confidence and clarity.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Based in Latin America (LATAM) – strong preference for candidates located in Colombia.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in U.S. bookkeeping or accounting.
• Advanced QuickBooks Online proficiency is essential.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP bookkeeping practices and workflows.
• Strong reconciliation skills, including bank and credit card accounts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.

Device Requirements:

Processor: Intel iCore 5, Ryzen 5, or higher

RAM: 16GB or more

Setup: Dual Monitor