September 18, 2024

Sapiens Development

San Rafael

OTHER

Accounting Clerk

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.
Key Responsibilities:

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).

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.

Benefits

General Ones:

Continuous training program
Talks and workshops on personal and professional growth
Organizational team building events
Rewards
Social Responsibility committee
Developer’s day celebration
Birthday off
Monthly kudos
Holiday celebration day off
70+ Partnerships with restaurants, hotels, hiking groups, fitness, stores, medical services, psychology services, dental services, universities, pet supply services, pet medical pharmacy chains, events, and car services.