Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Accounting Specialist to join our Finance team. This role will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting compliance and tax processes, and partnering with different teams across the company.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with a hands-on mindset, thrives in dynamic environments, and enjoys improving processes while maintaining high levels of accuracy.

What You'll Do

General Accounting

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of the General Ledger.
• Analyze accounting transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial reporting.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee vendor payments and expense accounting.
• Support accounts receivable processes and collections tracking.
• Review employee reimbursements and corporate expenses.
• Ensure proper documentation and accounting treatment of transactions.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Support cash flow monitoring and forecasting activities.
• Manage banking operations and account reconciliations.
• Monitor liquidity and assist with treasury reporting.

Tax & Compliance

• Coordinate tax filings and statutory reporting requirements.
• Support external audits and compliance reviews.
• Ensure adherence to local accounting regulations and internal controls.
• Maintain documentation required for financial and tax compliance.

Financial Operations

• Collaborate with Payroll, FP&A, Legal, and Operations teams.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Assist with month-end reporting packages and management reporting.
• Analyze financial data and provide actionable insights.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Participate in ERP and finance systems implementations.
• Improve accounting workflows, controls, and documentation.
• Support Finance transformation initiatives as the company scales.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Public Accountant certification or equivalent.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Intermediate to advanced English proficiency.
• Eligible to work in Colombia or Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NetSuite.
• Experience working in technology, SaaS, startups, or high-growth companies.
• Experience with multi-country accounting operations in Colombia, Mexico, or the United States.
• Familiarity with IFRS and US GAAP.
• Experience supporting audits and tax compliance processes.
• Knowledge of automation and financial systems integrations.

Benefits

💰 Salary

Competitive salary of 6500000-10000000 COP annually.

💻 Hardware

With Platzi's help, you will have 100% of the necessary work tools such as a laptop, smartphone, desk, ergonomic chair, monitor, and other accessories.

📗 Books

We provide you with all the books you need to grow professionally on Kindle, and we give you the Kindle too 😉.

🐣 Maternity/Paternity Leave

At Platzi, we believe in gender equity and the importance of parents in the upbringing and care of their children. We make this a reality for new mothers and fathers through extended maternity and paternity leave.

💸 Option Pool

All members of the Platzi Team have the opportunity to own a part of Platzi and have company shares.

🌴 Vacation

You have 15 days of vacation per year regardless of the country you are in, starting from the moment you join the team.

💆‍♂️ Online Therapy

We care about your emotional health by covering the first four online therapy sessions with specialized companies.

🌐 Team Syncs

Although we are in different parts of the world, Platzi teams meet in person during the year to exchange ideas, build, and strengthen bonds.

🏖️ Villa Platzi

Every year, the entire team gathers somewhere in the world for a week to meet face-to-face, get to know each other, have interesting discussions, and plan ambitious projects.