Senior Accountant

We're growing! At Vistra + Biz Latin Hub, we're looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Colombia.

We're seeking a professional with a solid technical foundation and a client-focused mindset, capable of managing a client portfolio while ensuring full compliance with accounting and tax regulations, delivering high-quality financial information and consultative support.

This role is ideal for a proactive professional with strong technical expertise and leadership skills, able to oversee multiple accounts, guide junior team members, and communicate complex financial matters clearly to clients.

What will you do?
- Manage and oversee the accounting operations of a client portfolio.
- Review and ensure the accuracy of records, reports, and financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with local accounting standards and tax regulations.
- Lead the preparation and review of financial statements and statutory reports.
- Oversee the preparation and filing of tax returns (income tax, VAT, withholdings, ICA, etc.).
- Supervise and support junior accountants, providing guidance and quality control.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies and complex accounting issues.
- Support and lead audit processes, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing accounting and tax advisory.
- Manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.

What are we looking for?

- Professional degree in Accounting or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant accounting experience (preferably in outsourcing or consulting).
- Solid knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and/or local GAAP) and Colombian tax regulations.
- Proven experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Experience managing multiple clients simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and review the work of junior team members.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Intermediate English proficiency ? able to independently manage client relationships and communicate effectively in English (both written and verbal).

Nice to have

- Experience in client-facing roles within professional services or outsourcing firms.
- Exposure to tax and statutory audits, including audit process leadership.
- Ability to generate strategic insights from financial data.
- Continuous improvement mindset and experience implementing efficiencies.

We'd love to meet you! Apply now and be part of our growth.