Accounting Specialist

SGF Global Inc; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

SGF Global is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join our Finance & Accounting team in Puerto Rico, onsite. You will manage accounts receivable, assist with vendor invoices, apply payments, and support the monthly close.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3–5 years of AR experience, proficiency with Excel and CRM systems, and the ability to leverage AI tools to boost productivity. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in accounts receivable or similar accounting functions.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data modeling).
• Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and data analysis.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate and timely customer invoices.
• Manage accounts receivable processes, including aging monitoring and discrepancy resolution.
• Process deposits and apply customer payments to the correct accounts.
• Reconcile monthly deposit transactions in the Puerto Rico BPPR account.
• Support the monthly close including reconciliations and reporting.
• Assist with financial data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Salesforce

Accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Accounting Specialist

Location: PR - ONSITE - no paid parking

Employment Type: Temporary

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting Specialist to join our Finance & Accounting team. In this role, you will contribute to managing accounts receivable processes, supporting vendor invoice receipt and coding, maintaining monthly volume reports, and supporting the monthly accounting close.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate and timely customer invoices
• Manage accounts receivable processes, including monitoring aging and resolving discrepancies
• Process deposits and apply customer payments to the appropriate accounts
• Reconcile monthly deposit transactions recorded in the BPPR account
• Perform revenue reconciliations to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data
• Support the monthly accounting close process, including account reconciliations and reporting
• Assist with financial data analysis, including data extraction, transformation, and reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and leverage automation or AI tools to enhance efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Customer Service) to resolve billing and payment issues
• Manage invoice received from vendors, make tax withholding when applicable and code them appropriately according to budget cost structure and chart of accounts
• Create new vendors as needed by other business units

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable or similar accounting functions
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation processes
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Experience working with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce or similar platforms)
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and transformation (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data modeling)
• Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and data analysis
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial data analysis or business intelligence support
• Familiarity with automation tools and process improvement initiatives
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Who We Are

SGF Global is an integrated talent solutions provider, offering staffing, recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), nearshore, and consulting services across a wide range of industries in 35 countries. We’re a dynamic, people-first organization where fresh ideas are always welcome. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a genuine passion for helping people grow. At SGF Global, smiles are part of the dress code, and every voice matters.

Are you looking to join an organization where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a global impact? We’re always looking for talented individuals who are ready to make a difference.

• Explore opportunities
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