Accountant

folks; Puerto Bogotá; On-site; COP 40,000,000 - 70,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitch Black is seeking a proactive Accountant to support its financial operations in Colombia. The role requires hands-on experience with Colombian tax compliance, payroll management, and knowledge of local accounting standards.

Bilingual Spanish/English communication is essential for collaboration across regional teams. The ideal candidate will manage monthly records, bank reconciliations, tax filings, and payroll settlements, while maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting audits in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or related field.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience in Colombia.
• Hands-on experience with Colombian tax compliance and tax filings.
• Experience managing payroll, including monthly calculations and final settlements.
• Knowledge of Colombian accounting standards, tax regulations, and labor laws.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and NetSuite or other accounting software.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Highly organized and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage the documentation required to maintain monthly accounting records.
• Prepare, analyze, and present bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and deliver financial statements according to the agreed schedule.
• Manage and review monthly payroll processes, as well as final payroll settlements for departing employees.
• Prepare and file monthly and annual tax obligations, including income tax, withholding tax, and ICA returns.
• Prepare and submit exogenous information reports.
• Review and issue income and withholding certificates for employees, former employees, vendors, and clients.
• Maintain accurate depreciation and amortization records.
• Review purchase invoices and supporting documents.
• Submit supporting documents for domestic and international transactions in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Reconcile revenue, received invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and support audits.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish & English

Highly organized

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or related field

Tools

MS Excel

NetSuite

Job description

We don't just build worlds. We build the teams that build better worlds.

From Montreal to Mumbai, London to Los Angeles, we unite diverse talent and experience across 10 global studios, delivering stronger, simpler, smarter VFX for episodic television and feature films.

For well over a decade, FOLKS artists have come together to create ambitious work with human-focused collaboration. As part of the Pitch Black network, our teams contribute their distinct creative strengths to a broader community of talent, technology, and expertise around the world.

Join us and find your FOLKS.

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Accountant to support FOLKS' financial operations in Colombia. The ideal candidate has solid experience with Colombian accounting practices, tax compliance, and payroll management. They should also be comfortable working and communicating in both Spanish and English.

Key responsibilities

• Collect and manage the documentation required to maintain monthly accounting records.
• Prepare, analyze, and present bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and deliver financial statements according to the agreed schedule.
• Manage and review monthly payroll processes, as well as final payroll settlements for departing employees.
• Prepare and file monthly and annual tax obligations, including income tax, withholding tax, and Industry and Commerce Tax (ICA) returns.
• Prepare and submit exogenous information reports.
• Review and issue income and withholding certificates for employees, former employees, vendors, and clients.
• Maintain accurate depreciation and amortization records.
• Review purchase invoices and supporting documents.
• Submit supporting documents for domestic and international transactions in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Reconcile revenue, received invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and support internal and external audits.
• Perform other duties related to the role or assigned by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or a related accounting field.

At least 5 years of accounting experience in Colombia.

Hands-on experience with Colombian tax compliance and tax filings.

Experience managing payroll, including monthly calculations and final settlements.

Knowledge of applicable Colombian accounting standards, tax regulations, and labor laws.

Proficiency in MS Excel and experience with NetSuite or other accounting software.

Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.

Highly organized and able to work independently.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative environment.

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