Junior Accountant – Bookkeeper

Merit Manufacturing; Colombia; On-site; COP 30,698,960 - 36,771,282; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term employment and job security

Supportive team

Multiple online payment options

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Colombia is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the finance team. Responsibilities include managing invoices, accounts receivable, and cost analysis. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with accounting software. This full-time position offers long-term employment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work.
• Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review invoices, manage accounts receivable.
• Support cost analysis and reporting for manufacturing.
• Assist with inventory valuation and COGS tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting software familiarity

Analytical skills

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Accountant to support our growing finance team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting and a keen interest in manufacturing operations. You’ll play a key role in daily financial tasks, including invoicing, accounts receivable, inventory tracking, and cost analysis. If you’re organized, analytical, and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll assist with a variety of financial duties, including:

• Preparing and reviewing invoices; managing accounts receivable
• Supporting cost analysis and reporting for manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and facilities
• Assisting with inventory valuation, COGS tracking, and fixed asset control
• Helping set and monitor standard costs for manufactured goods
• Contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Generating weekly, monthly, and annual P&L reports
• Identifying and flagging financial discrepancies or inefficiencies
• Supporting internal controls and payment processes
• Collaborating with operations to improve financial performance
• Maintaining accurate records and helping streamline finance workflows

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (manufacturing experience preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work
• Familiarity with QuickBooks and ERP systems
• Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines
• A team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Eager to learn and grow within a dynamic business environment

What We Offer

• Initial offer: $800 a month (paid bi-weekly)
• Mon—Fri 8 am to 5 pm (Eastern Time)
• Bi-weekly payments (15th and last day of each month)
• No time-tracking software, we trust you to get the job done
• Multiple online payment options to suit your needs
• Long-term employment and job security based on performance
• A supportive team and opportunities to grow professionally

Please send your resume to [e-mail].

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry

Manufacturing