
Staff Accountant
LatamCent
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Mexico
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Salary
💰 $2,500 per month
About the role
- Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries in QuickBooks Online
- Perform bank, credit card, and standard GL account reconciliations monthly
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies with appropriate documentation
- Categorize and code transactions accurately across multiple client entities
- Process payroll entries and review payroll reports for accuracy in Gusto/ADP with supervision
- Execute assigned close tasks per the close calendar and checklists
- Prepare standard journal entries including basic accruals and adjustments
- Compile supporting schedules for financial statement preparation
- Respond to routine client inquiries within 4 business hours of client outreach
- Escalate complex or non-routine issues to Senior/Manager with full context and a recommended course of action
- Maintain professional, clear communication in English via email and Slack
- Participate in client calls as needed during U.S. business hours
- Follow established SOPs, checklists, and documentation standards
- Track time daily in Monday.com/Zoho Projects against client engagements
- Suggest minor process improvements when identified
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
Requirements
- 3+ years of accounting experience, with exposure to accrual and cash basis methods
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO ProAdvisor certification a plus)
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP fundamentals
- Experience with bank and GL reconciliations across multiple entities
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (basic formulas: SUM, IF, SUMIF, COUNTIF; comfortable navigating and formatting spreadsheets), productivity software (i.e. monday.com, Clickup, Asana, Zoho Projects)
- Familiarity with payroll platforms (Gusto, ADP) and AP tools (Bill.com, Expensify)
- Working knowledge of accrual accounting, journal entries, and standard close procedures
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Professional working proficiency in English required (written and verbal)
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities including training, upskilling, and certification support
- Paid time off and holidays (per applicable local requirements)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
accounts payableaccounts receivablegeneral ledger entriesbank reconciliationscredit card reconciliationspayroll processingjournal entriesaccrual accountingfinancial statement preparationU.S. GAAP
Soft Skills
communicationproblem-solvingtime managementteam collaborationclient service
Certifications
QBO ProAdvisor certification