Accountant

AppleOne Employment Services; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Staff Accountant in Puerto Rico to manage comprehensive accounting duties, ensure GAAP compliance, and prepare accurate financial statements. The role requires strong Excel skills and ERP experience, with bilingual capability in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities include ledger maintenance, depreciation calculations, bank reconciliations, tax filings, and supporting audits and closing processes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP platforms.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Review ledgers, depreciation, and cost of sales data; ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Perform bank reconciliations and month/year-end closing.
• Assist audits and tax filings as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial information.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Integrity and ethics

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Dynamics GP

Acumatica

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the organization’s accounting activities while ensuring compliance with applicable financial, tax, and regulatory requirements. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timely maintenance of financial records and provides reliable financial information to support strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, complete, and timely financial statements.
• Review and analyze accounting documentation, reports, financial statements, and supporting records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting principles and sound financial management practices.
• Maintain subsidiary ledgers and fixed asset records, including the calculation and recording of depreciation.
• Maintain detailed records of corporate loans, including amortization schedules.
• Record, monitor, and analyze cost of sales information, ensuring proper classification and interpretation.
• Perform periodic bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of account balances.
• Prepare and issue monthly invoices for Olympus on or before the seventh day of each month.
• Prepare and submit required tax returns in compliance with applicable deadlines and regulations.
• Generate financial and operational reports as requested by the Finance Controller.
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested information and documentation.
• Participate in monthly and year-end closing processes.
• Analyze general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries as needed.
• Safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of financial and operational information, handling sensitive data in accordance with company policies and professional standards.
• Consistently comply with departmental and company policies and procedures, including the Employee Handbook.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience performing similar accounting functions.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly intermediate to advanced Excel, and accounting systems such as Dynamics GP, Acumatica, or other ERP platforms.
• Strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and applicable Puerto Rico tax regulations.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial information, identify variances, and provide recommendations.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to identify errors and inconsistencies in financial data.
• Ability to prepare and communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, professional ethics, and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and accountability.