Accounting Assistant

Cresta; Colombia; Remote; COP 133,779,000 - 191,113,000; Full time

Job summary

Cresta is hiring a detail-oriented Full-Charge Bookkeeper & Administrative Specialist to manage day-to-day financial transactions for a U.S.-based client in New York, while working remotely from Colombia. You will handle invoicing, collections, and admin workflows with QuickBooks Online and Zoho CRM.

This full-time role offers an NY schedule (EST), 18 PTO days, and opportunities for professional growth within U.S. financial processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, including A/R and collections.
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Zoho CRM.
• Advanced English (B2+/C1) with professional phone etiquette.
• Strong understanding of accounting cycles and SOPs.
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping, A/R, invoicing, and financial logging in QuickBooks.
• Lead collections activities and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Track client data, contracts, deposits in Zoho CRM.
• Review items for signatures/deposits and ensure timely resolution per SOP.
• Direct incoming calls and provide general admin support.
• Collaborate with Office Manager for smooth operations.
• Maintain audit-ready financial records for reporting.

Skills

Advanced English

Bookkeeping

A/R & Collections

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Remote work

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Zoho CRM

Job description

Work directly with a growing US-based firm to manage day-to-day accounting, invoicing, collections, and administrative workflows.

Competitive Pay in USD | Full-Time (NY Schedule) | 100% Remote (Colombia)

We are hiring a detail-oriented Full-Charge Bookkeeper & Administrative Specialist to manage day-to-day financial transactions, actively oversee the collections and invoicing cycle, and provide core administrative support for a U.S.-based client in New York.

In this role, you will work beyond basic data entry to analyze outstanding balances, communicate directly with clients and vendors, and maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online and Zoho CRM. You will collaborate closely with the Office Manager, follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and handle key administrative duties, including directing phone calls and tracking pending client documentation. This is an ideal position for Accountants or Financial Administrators in Colombia seeking a stable, long-term full-time remote role with direct U.S. exposure.

What We Offer

• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in Colombia directly for a U.S. client.
• Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST / NY Time).
• Paid Time Off: 18 PTO days annually.
• Professional Growth: Stable long-term employment with career development opportunities in U.S. financial workflows.

What You’ll Do

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks, accounts receivable (A/R), invoicing, and financial logging in QuickBooks Online.
• Lead proactive collections activities, following up professionally on outstanding balances with clients and vendors.
• Track client information, contract status, deposits, and financial interactions within Zoho CRM.
• Review pending items requiring client signatures or deposits and ensure timely resolution according to company SOPs.
• Direct incoming business phone calls to the appropriate team members and provide general secretarial/administrative support.
• Collaborate closely with the Office Manager to ensure smooth daily administrative and financial operations.
• Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready financial records for review and reporting.

What You’ll Bring

• English Level: Advanced Technical & Conversational English (B2+ / C1 mandatory) with professional phone etiquette.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts receivable (A/R), collections, or administrative accounting support.
• Technical Core: Strong understanding of accounting cycles, invoicing workflows, collections procedures, and SOP execution.
• Core Software: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (mandatory); experience with Zoho CRM or similar CRM systems is highly valued.
• Soft Skills: Meticulous attention to detail, strong multi-tasking skills, proactive problem-solving, and proven job stability.

About Cresta

At Cresta, we connect top professionals across Latin America with leading companies in the United States. You will work as a dedicated, full-time member of our client's team, collaborating directly on real-world U.S. operations while Cresta supports your ongoing HR and onboarding experience.

Note: Only CVs submitted in English will be reviewed.