
Portuguese-Speaking Accountant
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full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Philippines
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About the role
- Manage and maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards.
- Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare financial statements, balance sheets, and profit and loss accounts.
- Oversee invoicing, payments, and collections processes.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Handle tax filings and compliance for Portuguese-speaking regions, adhering to local laws and regulations.
- Liaise with tax authorities and ensure timely submissions.
- Generate financial reports and forecasts to support decision-making.
- Conduct variance analysis to track and improve financial performance.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including property managers, to align financial strategies.
- Support Portuguese-speaking clients and stakeholders, addressing their accounting inquiries effectively.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably within property management or real estate sectors.
- Proficiency in handling multi-currency transactions and international financial standards (e.g., IFRS).
- Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or Xero).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Fluency in Portuguese and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
- Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and solution-driven.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills in a multicultural environment.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial record managementmonth-end closingyear-end closingfinancial statement preparationaccount reconciliationtax compliancevariance analysismulti-currency transactionsinternational financial standardsaccounting software proficiency
Soft Skills
detail-orientedanalyticalsolution-drivenorganizational skillstime managementinterpersonal skillscollaboration skillscommunication skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA