We are seeking a Lead Accountant to oversee accurate and compliant financial reporting for our US operations. The successful candidate will perform month-end closing, manage multi-currency transactions, and collaborate with internal teams to drive operational efficiency and financial accuracy.
Requirements
- Perform month-end closing process, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and other closing activities
- Coordinate work of Staff Accountants in Bogotá, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with corporate and local accounting policies
- Review and reconcile intercompany transactions, identifying and resolving mismatches between affiliated entities
- Investigate and correct intercompany discrepancies, collaborating with finance teams across entities
- Manage multi-currency transactions, ensuring accurate conversion and compliance with applicable financial regulations
- Utilize Oracle GBS/Oracle EPM FCC or other similar ERP systems for managing financial data and reporting
- Review account reconciliations prepared by Shared Services and provide feedback to ensure alignment with accounting standards
- Conduct detailed analyses of general ledger accounts; prepare necessary journal entries and corrections
- Collaborate with Project Accountants to resolve project-related accounting issues and ensure accurate reporting
- Provide guidance and document technical accounting matters (e.g., revenue recognition, leases), ensuring compliance with accounting standards and accurate representation of transactions in reporting to Group Finance
- Manage annual statutory reporting and financial audits and liaise with external auditors and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance of global accounting policies and procedures, providing guidance on their application to the US region
- Support the US Controller in special projects and strategic initiatives, as needed
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a global professional services company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive workplace culture
- Equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees