US GAAP Staff Accountant – Onsite Colombia

Allied Steel Buildings, Inc.; Floridablanca; On-site; COP 50,000,000 - 80,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Steel Buildings, Inc. is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for its Bucaramanga, Colombia office. The role supports US GAAP accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and project billing, working with US teams and local operations. On‑site position with cross‑border collaboration to ensure timely closes.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, and English/Spanish communication skills to coordinate with US colleagues and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Contaduría Pública) from a Colombian university required.
• 2–3 years of accounting experience with US‑based companies preferred.
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP and full accounting cycle.
• Understanding of project‑based accounting including milestones and billing.
• Experience with US tax documentation (W‑9, 1099) is a plus.
• Strong Excel, ERP skills; Power BI is a plus; bilingual in English/Spanish desired.

Responsibilities

• Handle general ledger and month‑end close for multiple entities.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles and reconciliations.
• Support project billing, invoicing, and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist external auditors as needed.
• Maintain accurate vendor and customer data and documentation.
• Collaborate with US and Colombian teams to ensure timely closes.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Project-based accounting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Contaduría Pública)

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Power BI

Job description

Allied Steel Buildings, Inc. is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant for its Bucaramanga, Colombia office. The role supports US GAAP accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and project billing, working with US teams and local operations. On‑site position with cross‑border collaboration to ensure timely closes.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, and English/Spanish communication skills to coordinate with US colleagues and vendors.