General Accountant, Fully Bilingual

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

📋 Description

• Manage billing, collections, cash handling, and payment processing.

• Assist with the month-end closing process, including accruals analysis, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.

• Conduct monthly general ledger account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and clearing accounts.

• Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and update continuity schedules.

• Process full cycle payroll entries and upload as well as track expense reports from the expense management software into the accounting system.

• Record intercompany transactions and support month-end intercompany reconciliation.

• Prepare sales tax reporting and reconcile related accounts while resolving any variances.

• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance systems and processes.

• Provide assistance in ad hoc analysis, reporting, and other administrative tasks as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a general/supervising accountant or in a comparable role is essential.

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or business administration is required.

• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel, including LOOKUP functions and pivot tables, is necessary.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with excellent time management and prioritization skills.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment; must be self-driven and proactive in completing tasks.

• Ability to interact with all levels of management and effectively communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• High attention to detail, promptness in delivering commitments, and the capability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

• Competence in gathering data, establishing facts, drawing valid conclusions, and proposing solutions.

• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Comprehensive understanding of basic accounting procedures.

• Previous experience in a software company or familiarity with project/accounting processes would be advantageous.

• Experience with accounting software such as Great Plains, NetSuite, or OpenAir would be considered a plus.

• Recent qualifications or progress towards a CPA designation will be viewed favorably.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.