Accounting Officer

Overview

This role involves supporting accounting, billing, collections, accounts payable, and financial reporting functions for a remote team serving multi-location businesses.

The organization is expanding its remote team across Latin America and is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Officer who can collaborate with U.S.-based clients and vendors while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and strong operational standards.

Resume requirement: Resume must be in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting-related email and phone inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Review projects, tickets, and work orders to ensure clients are billed accurately for completed and billable services.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding customer balances according to company policies.
• Review vendor invoices and process accounts payable accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding payment inquiries, billing discrepancies, and refund requests.
• Ensure timely payments to service providers to prevent disruptions to business operations.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and perform account reconciliations.
• Conduct periodic audits to verify billing accuracy and maintain financial integrity.
• Create and maintain process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
• Identify opportunities to automate accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support financial reporting and other accounting projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, finance, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, Xero, or similar ERP/accounting systems).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with distributed teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a U.S. or international company is highly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly base salary: $1500 - $1800 USD
• Final offer depends on technical expertise, years of relevant experience, and specific skills.
• Base pay range covers base pay only; other benefits will be discussed during the offer stage.

Location & Work Set-Up

• 100% Remote
• Work hours aligned with the U.S. Central Time (CST): 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday–Friday
• Occasional flexibility may be required during month-end close or other critical accounting periods.