Head of Accounting – Administration, Latin America

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. Own core accounting operations across Latin America entities, including payroll, revenue, payables, receivables, and general ledger .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBogotá • ColombiaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in core accounting operations, including IFRS compliance, payroll, and multi-entity consolidation across Latin America. Proficient in leading teams, maintaining audit readiness, and adopting AI tools for workflow automation.

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IFRS ExpertiseMulti-Entity ConsolidationERP Systems ProficiencyBilingual Communication (English and Spanish)Accounting Operations Leadership

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsPayroll ManagementRevenue RecognitionTax ComplianceFinancial ReportingInternal Controls DesignAudit CoordinationTransfer Pricing DocumentationMulti-Entity AccountingCross-Border Tax Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringCommunicationConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems (e.g. Odoo)Google Workspace (Sheets, Slides, Docs)AI Tools for Automation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Latin America AccountingColombia Tax (DIAN)Mexico Tax (SAT)Peru Tax (SUNAT)Fiscal ComplianceStatutory ComplianceFinancial IntegrityHigh-Growth EnvironmentsTech-Driven Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own core accounting operations across Latin America entities, including payroll, revenue, payables, receivables, and general ledger
Lead monthly and annual close and ensure P&L and balance sheet integrity across entities
Ensure accurate reporting under IFRS and local accounting standards across Colombia, Mexico, and Peru
Maintain chart of accounts discipline and consistent accounting treatment across the region
Own fiscal and statutory compliance, local tax filings, and regulatory submissions
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors and maintain audit readiness
Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany accounting with the Corporate Controller
Maintain confidentiality and information security for sensitive finance data
Design and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures
Document accounting decisions, processes, and handoffs
Operate and improve ERP and accounting systems across Latin America entities
Automate workflows and adopt AI tools for reconciliations, anomaly detection, and close-cycle reduction
Build, mentor, and lead a distributed regional accounting team
Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, and People teams
Partner with the Corporate Controller on regional accounting, intercompany transactions, and audit readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Based in Bogotá, Colombia
Full professional fluency in English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication in both
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
10+ years in accounting operations, ideally including technology or venture-backed companies and multinational exposure across Latin America
Deep expertise in IFRS and local accounting and tax intricacies of Colombia (DIAN)
Solid working knowledge of Mexico (SAT) and Peru (SUNAT)
Experience with multi-entity consolidation and cross-border tax and compliance across Colombia, Mexico, and Peru
Hands-on expertise with ERP systems (e.g. Odoo)
Proficiency with Google Workspace tools (Sheets, Slides, Docs)
Comfort adopting AI and automation in the accounting workflow
Ability to operate in high-growth, tech-driven environments