Remote Financial Controller

HireLatam is a premier recruitment agency that places top Latin American talent in independent contractor roles in US companies. With a proven track record and a commitment to excellence, we're your trusted partner in the pursuit of career success. Our extensive network, personalized approach, and supportive guidance ensure that you're in the best hands to find your next job opportunity. Job Title: Remote Financial Controller (100% Work From Home) Location: Remote from Latin America Position Type: Full-time Salary: $3,000 USD/month Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time, or as needed in order to successfully complete the job. Job Overview: The Controller is an experienced accounting professional who supports the finance department with hands-on leadership of various accounting processes and procedures for multiple companies. This position requires an individual with high level accounting knowledge, the ability and desire to manage various requirements, tasks and demands while also helping to lead improvement projects as assigned in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Assist with financial statement preparation and monthly close processes and management reporting • Support operational accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger processes • Perform monthly reconciliations of various balance sheet accounts • Manage software integrations • Maintain and report proper sales tax and federal excise tax by state – provide education as needed • Maintain and track fixed assets • Provide financial analysis and support to business leaders • Respond to information requests and prepare documentation for external audits • Assist with compliance and internal control improvements • Perform payroll • Perform other accounting duties as assigned Qualifications, Skills, and Key Competencies: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Microsoft Excel skills required • Experience with accounting software Analytical & Problem Solving • Strong analytical thinker with curiosity to understand root causes • Detail Oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Collaboration & Communication • Excellent Communicator, able to communicate honestly and constructively • Highly Collaborative, accountable and receptive to feedback • Flexible and Open Minded, able to adjust to changing priorities Education and/or Experience • Bachelor’s degree in accounting • 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience minimum (public accounting experience a plus) • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation preferred Benefits: • Holiday pay: Six (6) holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) • PTO: Five (5) paid days off Application Disclaimer: Please Read Before Proceeding To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process, all applications must meet the mandatory requirements listed in the job description. Voice/Video Recording is REQUIRED Your application CANNOT be considered without a voice or video recording. It must be at least 30 seconds long and in English. Submissions in any other language or missing a recording will be automatically disqualified. Mandatory Knockout Questions Each application includes knockout questions designed to verify minimum qualifications required by the client. If you answer "NO" to any of these, you will be immediately disqualified from the hiring process for not having the experience requested for the role. Please note that the citizenship question is also a knockout if you answer "YES" as we are only able to hire Latin American talent based in Latin America. Apply Wisely To maintain fairness, please apply to no more than three jobs and only if you fully meet the listed qualifications. Applying to roles you don’t qualify for will not improve your chances and may affect future applications. Check Your SPAM Folder All important updates will be sent via email, so be sure to check your inbox and spam/junk folders to avoid missing any communication. We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application! Apply tot his job