Responsibilities
- Ensure that financial records comply with Colombian accounting, tax, and commercial regulations (understandable, useful, relevant, and timely)
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions, including expenses, income, and asset depreciation, in the company’s accounting software (Aliaddo)
- Issue necessary certifications as required by Colombian authorities
- Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and other financial data regularly and in a timely manner
- Prepare and file all applicable Colombian tax returns (municipal, national, etc.)
- 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 decision-making by the U.S. parent company
- Maintain organized and auditable financial files and documentation to support compliance and potential reviews
- Carry out additional tasks necessary for accurate and comprehensive financial management
- 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 (health, pension, ARL, etc.)
- Record and update payroll changes (bonuses, disability, contract changes, etc.)
- 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
Requirements
- Minimum education is an Associate’s degree, preferably in the field of Accounting and/or Finance or related field
- Must be able 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 but not limited to, payroll processing, onboarding, offboarding, policy creation, etc.
- Strong knowledge of Colombian labor laws and regulations
- 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
- Ability to work during Colombian holidays to match US schedule (surcharge would apply)
- Distraction-free work environment for home
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening prior to any offer of employment
Nice to Have
- 5-7 year of experience preferred
- Preferred experience with Aliaddo
Benefits
- Starting Pay Rate: Between 5.000.000-6.000.000 COP/month, depending on experience
- You will be eligible for full benefits and pension day one, deducted from that base
- Internal growth opportunities - we develop our employees and will promote from within while growing this location
- Recognition and Rewards platform that can be exchanged for gift cards
- Ability to work remotely
- Holiday surcharges paid
- Opportunity to work for a U.S. based company, while honing your English speaking skills in a professional environment
- Access to a global Learning Management System with thousands of professional development courses
- 100,000 COP monthly stipend towards dependable High-Speed Internet for remote work
Work Arrangement
Remote (Country)
Team
Structure: Reports into U.S. stakeholders; part of expanding operations in Colombia. Reports to: U.S.-based team
Additional Information
- Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time remote position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, with one hour lunch, with occasional hours worked, as needed, with full compliance of Colombian schedule legislation
- Type of Work: This is a fully remote position, but preference may be given to candidates in the Medellìn area to help with some local activities
- Start on a fixed employee contract and potential for indefinite contract after successful completion of training and performance
