Accounting Officer

Vivant; Colombia; Remote; COP 52,966,000 - 63,560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Remote

Job summary

Vivant, a fast-growing U.S.-based MSP, is hiring an Accounting Officer for a fully remote role across Latin America. You will support accounting, billing, AR/AP, and financial reporting, coordinating with U.S.-based clients and vendors while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires strong accounting fundamentals, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently in a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 3 years in accounting, billing, AR/AP, or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with US or international companies preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP/accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting-related email and phone inquiries from stakeholders.
• Review projects, tickets, and work orders for accurate client billing.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on balances.
• Review vendor invoices and process accounts payable on time.
• Coordinate with vendors on payment inquiries and discrepancies.
• Ensure timely payments to service providers to avoid disruptions.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain GL, perform reconciliations.
• Conduct periodic audits to verify billing accuracy.
• Create SOPs and training materials.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and strengthen controls.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing.

Skills

English communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Sage

Xero

Job description

About Vivant

Vivant is a fast-growing U.S.-based Managed Services Provider (MSP) delivering enterprise-grade connectivity, networking, VoIP, and managed IT solutions to multi-location businesses across the United States.

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About Vivant

Vivant is a fast-growing U.S.-based Managed Services Provider (MSP) delivering enterprise-grade connectivity, networking, VoIP, and managed IT solutions to multi-location businesses across the United States.

We operate in a high-performance, fast-paced environment where uptime, accountability, and customer experience matter.

We are expanding our remote team across Latin America and are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Officer who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working directly with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Officer to support our accounting, billing, collections, accounts payable, and financial reporting functions. This role requires strong accounting fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with U.S.-based clients, vendors, and internal teams while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Manage accounting-related email and phone inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Review projects, tickets, and work orders to ensure clients are billed accurately for completed and billable services.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding customer balances according to company policies.
• Review vendor invoices and process accounts payable accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding payment inquiries, billing discrepancies, and refund requests.
• Ensure timely payments to service providers to prevent disruptions to business operations.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and perform account reconciliations.
• Conduct periodic audits to verify billing accuracy and maintain financial integrity.
• Create and maintain process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support financial reporting and other accounting projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, finance, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, Xero, or similar ERP/accounting systems).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Must have an experience supporting a U.S. or international company is highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with distributed teams.

Benefits

Work Set-Up

• 100% Remote

Compensation

• Monthly Base Salary: $1500 - $1800 USD
• Determining Factors: Final offer depends on technical expertise, years of relevant experience, and specific skills
• Note: This range covers base pay only; all other benefits will be discussed during the offer stage

Schedule

• Full-time
• Work hours aligned with the U.S. Central Time (CST) - 8 AM to 5PM Monday-Friday
• Occasional flexibility may be required during month-end close or other critical accounting periods.

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