Hi there! We are South and our client is looking for an Accounting Associate !
Note to Applicants:
- Eligibility: This position is open to candidates residing in Latin America.
- Application Language: Please submit your CV in English. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.
- Professional Presentation: We encourage you to showcase your professional experience by including a Loom video in the application form. While this is optional, candidates who provide a video presentation will be given priority.
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Associate to join our growing offshore team. The ideal candidate will assist in managing financial records, processing transactions, and supporting accounting functions to ensure smooth financial operations.
Responsibilities:
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
Reconcile key accounts, including bank statements, and ensure accuracy in financial records
Support month-end and year-end closing procedures
Maintain documentation and records for auditing and compliance purposes
Work closely with the team to optimize accounting processes
Assist in managing day-to-day client communications, responding to questions and information requests
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Comfortable learning and navigating new systems and tools
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and other key stakeholders
Certifications
Strong preference would be a degree in Accounting, with Finance or related fields being secondary.
If they have a degree in a related field, an accounting certification would be a plus
Must Haves
Full professional proficiency, both spoken and written. We work very closely with our offshore associates so it’s imperative to minimize communication issues
2 to 5 years of experience in an accounting or bookkeeping role, preferably with a US based company.
This associate will be working on bank reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, etc. so they should have experience preparing those types of reconciliations in a previous role
Experience with Quickbooks Online (it’s not 100% must-have but is a very large bonus)
Nice to Haves
Work experience at one of the big four US accounting firms (KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte, Ernst & Young)
Ability to create or improve processes. We’re a fast paced start up and don’t always have lengthy process documentation available.
Experience in Netsuite, Bill.com and/or Ramp