Bilingual Colombian Accountant | Tax, Payroll & Compliance

Folks VFX; Bogotá; On-site; COP 40,000,000 - 80,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitch Black in Colombia is seeking a proactive Accountant to support financial operations in Bogotá. The role requires solid experience with Colombian accounting practices, tax compliance, and payroll management, plus excellent written and spoken Spanish and English.

You will handle monthly accounting records, bank reconciliations, payroll processing, tax filings (income tax, withholding tax, ICA), and preparation of financial statements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years accounting experience in Colombia.
• Experience with Colombian tax compliance and filings.
• Experience managing payroll processes.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and NetSuite or similar software.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Collect and manage 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 internal and external audits.
• Perform other duties related to the role or assigned by the direct supervisor.

Skills

Payroll management

Bank reconciliation

Financial reporting

Spanish-English fluency

Tax compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Pitch Black in Colombia is seeking a proactive Accountant to support financial operations in Bogotá. The role requires solid experience with Colombian accounting practices, tax compliance, and payroll management, plus excellent written and spoken Spanish and English.

You will handle monthly accounting records, bank reconciliations, payroll processing, tax filings (income tax, withholding tax, ICA), and preparation of financial statements.