Senior Accountant

MAVI; Colombia; Presencial; COP 231.396.000 - 354.807.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MAVI is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team overseeing accounting operations for US-based businesses. This role suits professionals who have managed the full accounting cycle, led month-end close, and mentored accounting teams.

The candidate will lead end-to-end accounting for US entities, manage close processes, and collaborate with auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy across the organization.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of accounting and finance experience, including significant US exposure.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing the complete month-end and year-end close process.
• Team leadership or people management experience.
• Excellent communication skills with senior stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the end-to-end accounting function for one or multiple US entities/clients
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and fixed assets
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, KPIs, budgets, and forecasts
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits
• Support process improvements, automation initiatives, and ERP implementations
• Mentor accounting team members and review their work

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

US GAAP knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Herramientas

QuickBooks Online/Desktop

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Dynamics

Xero

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a finance team overseeing accounting operations for US-based businesses. This role is ideal for professionals who have managed the full accounting cycle, led month-end close processes, owned financial reporting, and mentored accounting teams. Candidates with experience as Accounting Managers, Assistant Controllers, or Senior Accountants stepping into leadership are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end accounting function for one or multiple US entities/clients
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and fixed assets
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, KPIs, budgets, and forecasts
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors during audits
• Support process improvements, automation initiatives, and ERP implementations
• Mentor accounting team members and review their work

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 6–8+ years of accounting and finance experience, including significant US exposure
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing the complete month-end and year-end close process
• Team leadership or people management experience
• Excellent communication skills with senior stakeholders

Preferred Experience

• CPA, CA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification
• Multi-entity or multi-client accounting experience
• Experience in SaaS, professional services, or growth-stage businesses
• ERP implementation or migration experience

Technical Skills

• QuickBooks Online/Desktop, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, or Xero
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced); Power BI or reporting tools preferred

What We're Looking For

• Strong ownership mentality with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Client-first mindset with exceptional communication abilities

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting private equity-backed or high-growth businesses
• Exposure to KPI reporting, board reporting, and strategic finance initiatives

Experience

Preferred: 6–8+ years of relevant accounting and finance experience.