PropLogix is hiring an Accountant and Payroll Administrator to manage all local accounting and payroll operations in Colombia. You will ensure compliance with Colombian financial, tax, and labor regulations while providing expert guidance and reporting to a U.S.-based team.
What You'll Do
- Ensure financial records comply with Colombian accounting, tax, and commercial regulations.
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in the company’s accounting software.
- Issue necessary certifications as required by Colombian authorities.
- Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and other financial data regularly.
- Prepare and file all applicable Colombian tax returns.
- Audit, monitor, and update information in the company’s accounting system.
- Attend weekly virtual or face-to-face meetings (approx. 2 hours/week) with U.S. stakeholders.
- Provide ongoing, personalized advice on accounting and tax issues.
- Assist with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to support U.S. parent company decision-making.
- Maintain organized and auditable financial files and documentation.
- Work closely with HR to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee payroll, benefits, and employment changes.
- Process payroll for Colombian employees from onboarding through termination.
- Manage employee enrollments in the Colombian social security system.
- Record and update payroll changes including bonuses, disability, and contract changes.
- Coordinate payroll execution, including bank account setup and payment uploads.
- Submit electronic payroll reports to DIAN for indefinite-term employees.
- File DIAN support documents for contractors.
- Complete final settlements and terminations in accordance with Colombian law.
What We're Looking For
- Associate’s degree, preferably in Accounting and/or Finance or a related field.
- Ability to write and speak at least B2/C1 English.
- Must be located in Colombia, preferably in Medellìn, or willing to travel there as needed.
- At least 3 years of experience with Accounting in Colombia, including payroll processing, onboarding, offboarding, and policy creation.
- Strong knowledge of Colombian labor laws and regulations.
- Strong working proficiency in accounting and payroll software.
- Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Must be able to prioritize and meet important deadlines.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work within a multi-national team across different cultures.
- Must uphold company core values and demonstrate commitment to employee service.
- Ability to work during Colombian holidays to match US schedule (surcharge would apply).
- Distraction-free home work environment.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening prior to any offer of employment.
Nice to Have
- 5-7 years of experience preferred.
- Preferred experience with Aliaddo.
Technical Stack
- Aliaddo
- Microsoft Office Suite
Team & Environment
You will report directly to a U.S.-based team and collaborate across cultures.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: 5.000.000-6.000.000 COP/month, depending on experience.
- Internal growth opportunities and promotion from within.
- Recognition and Rewards platform exchangeable for gift cards.
- Ability to work remotely.
- Holiday surcharges paid.
- Opportunity to work for a U.S. based company and hone English skills.
- Access to a global Learning Management System with thousands of professional development courses.
- 100,000 COP monthly stipend towards dependable High-Speed Internet.
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position based in Colombia.
PropLogix is an equal opportunity employer.
