Bookkeeping, Finance Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Guatemala.

📋 Description

• Maintain precise financial records across various entities, including properties and operational companies.

• Record and classify transactions, invoices, and expenses in the correct accounts.

• Carry out monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, which include journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Ensure that all financial information is consistently updated and systematically organized.

• Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations monthly, including for high-volume accounts.

• Verify that all transactions are accounted for and identify and resolve any discrepancies.

• Maintain accurate and balanced accounts across all entities.

• Support the integrity of financial records by ensuring proper transaction coding and reconciliation procedures.

• Organize and oversee recurring accounting workflows to guarantee timely completion.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect necessary documentation and address inquiries.

• Maintain structured and reliable financial data across various systems.

• Assist in establishing and enhancing repeatable bookkeeping processes and workflows.

• Identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements in accounting operations.

• Implement automation and AI tools to enhance efficiency in recurring tasks.

• Support finance-related projects as the role develops, including gaining exposure to financial reporting and analysis.

• Acquire exposure to real estate financial analysis over time.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of recent experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or similar finance-related positions.

• Strong grasp of fundamental bookkeeping principles (debits, credits, reconciliations).

• Being a Perito Contador is a significant advantage.

• Experience with bank and/or credit card reconciliations.

• Solid understanding of terms such as Conciliaciones Bancarias y de Tarjetas, Cierres, Ajustes, Balance General, Estado de Resultados, Cuentas por cobrar/pagar, Gastos/Ingresos, Libro Mayor, etc.

• Ability to accurately record and classify financial transactions.

• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (comfortable navigating and analyzing data).

• High attention to detail and precision.

• Strong organizational abilities in managing recurring tasks across multiple entities.

• Capability to review financial data and spot inconsistencies.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

• Excellent proficiency in English (C1–C2).

• Reliable internet connection and work setup.

🏝️ Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.

• Flexible working hours.

• A collaborative and supportive team environment.