Accounting Clerk

at  Sapiens Development

JOB INFORMATION

Date Opened
09/17/2024
Job Type
Full time
Industry
Financial Services
City
San Rafael
State/Province
Provincia de San José
Country
Costa Rica
Zip/Postal Code
10203

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk with at least 3 years of experience in similar roles to join our finance team. This position will play a crucial role in supporting the daily functions of the finance department, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and assisting in the preparation of key financial reports.
The ideal candidate will be proactive, have strong analytical skills, and be able to manage multiple tasks while working efficiently in a dynamic environment. Previous experience in managing accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, tax returns, payment management, and financial analysis is desirable.

REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other accounting systems (ERP).
• Ability to work with complex numerical data and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Experience in bank reconciliations, managing accounts payable and receivable, and financial analysis.
• Intermediate English.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Initiative and proactivity to identify and resolve financial issues.

• Accounts Payable and Receivable Management
  Process invoices and payments to suppliers accurately and timely.
  Generate sales invoices.
  Manage collection and follow-up of outstanding accounts.

Reconcile accounts and resolve financial discrepancies.

• Payroll Management:

Prepare the payroll for both internal and external company employees on a bi-weekly basis.

Present the payroll for C.C.S.S. (Costa Rican Social Security) and INS (National Insurance Institute).

• Bank Reconciliations:

Perform monthly bank account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.

Identify and correct errors in bank statements or accounting records.

• Support in Financial Report Preparation:

Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports.

Conduct budget variance analysis, track execution, and support annual budget preparation.

• Budget and Cost Control:

Assist in tracking and monitoring departmental budget execution.

Monitoring of operational projects costs.

• Tax Return Preparation and Submission:

Prepare tax returns such as Value Added Tax return (D-104) and Wage and Tax Statement (D-103-1).