Senior Accounting Analyst - US & LATAM

Simetrik; A distancia; COP 165.046.000 - 238.401.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A technology company based in Colombia is seeking a Sr Accounting Analyst to oversee accounting and reporting functions across US and LATAM markets. This role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and optimizing financial procedures. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in financial accounting with a particular focus on tech startups, coupled with a strong understanding of multi-currency environments. The position offers a competitive salary and remote working options.

Servicios

Competitive salaries

Remote work flexibility

Learning investment fund of 500USD per year

Entrepreneurial culture

Dynamic team impact

Family days

Formación

• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial accounting, preferably in tech/SaaS/fintech startups.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including hands-on experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Proven experience managing monthly and quarterly close processes.

Responsabilidades

• Support and manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Optimize treasury, billing, and accounting processes.
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and technologies.
• Identify accounting risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Conocimientos

Financial accounting

US GAAP

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multi-currency environments

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Portuguese

Herramientas

Oracle

Netsuite

SAP

Descripción del empleo

About the role:

As our Sr accounting Analyst - US and Latam , you will be a strategic team member responsible for overseeing the accounting, controlling, and reporting functions. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to support business decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Support and management of day to day accounting operations.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting by preparing and reviewing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Lead the entire process from accounting Operations to ERP-based accounting.
• Ensure all accounting records align with our internal financial classification, accounting policies, and primarily with USGAAP and Local GAAP principles.
• Work with accountants and advisors to properly align tax strategies in the accounting function.
• Optimize treasury, billing, and accounting processes. Guarantee integrity and efficiency in all financial procedures.
• Stay informed about changes in accounting standards and ensure the company's practices align with industry best practices.
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Identify and assess accounting risks, and propose and implement risk mitigation strategies.

Minimum qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial accounting, preferably in tech / SaaS / fintech startups
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including hands-on experience with: month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
• Experience supporting LATAM operations, including at least two of the following countries: Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina.
• Proven experience managing monthly and quarterly close processes.
• Experience coordinating with external accountants, advisors, and audit firms.
• Solid understanding of multi-currency environments, including foreign exchange (FX) and intercompany transactions.
• Experience with accounting software, such as Oracle, Netsuite or SAP, is preferred.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English is a must.
• Portuguese is desirable.
• Startup experience is a plus.
• Possesses excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Exhibits meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and working autonomously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions and competitive salaries.
• Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits, creating and collaborating is everyday business.
• Open communication with management and company leadership.
• Small, dynamic teams = massive impact.
• 100% Remote Work (You choose where to work from).
• 500USD a year for you to invest in learning.
• 2 Family days.

Simetrik considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

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Join a team of incredibly talented people that build things, are free to create, and love collaborating!