The Role
Lead offshore accounting operations in Colombia, overseeing supervisors and staff while ensuring accurate US GAAP financial reporting for managed real estate properties. Responsibilities include team leadership, month-end close, audit support, compliance, internal controls, journal entry review, cash transaction oversight, property acquisition accounting, financial statement preparation, lease accounting under ASC 842, and investment reconciliation.
Summary Generated by Built In
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead our offshore accounting operations in Colombia. In this highly visible role, you will oversee day-to-day accounting functions to produce accurate monthly US GAAP financial statements for managed properties. You will serve as the primary leader for a structured team of Supervisors and staff, providing mentorship, training, and operational guidance. This position requires expertise in real estate accounting, a strong command of US GAAP, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly with our U.S.-based corporate team.
Details
• Modality: 100% On-site
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (GMT-5)
• Language Requirements: Advanced English (B2+/C1)
Key Responsibilities
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor, coach, motivate, and train the offshore accounting team in Colombia, overseeing supervisors and staff with a strong focus on operational excellence.
• Month-End Close & Audits: Coordinate month-end close procedures and support annual audits by providing complete documentation and assisting external auditors.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure full compliance with US GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal financial controls.
• Financial Oversight: Review and approve monthly adjusting and accrual journal entries, daily cash transactions, and property acquisitions with meticulous attention to detail.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly/quarterly financial statements, schedules for partners/clients, and fee schedules in accordance with management agreements.
• Specialized Accounting: Oversee lease schedules in compliance with ASC-842 requirements and record/reconcile investments in associates under GAAP and partnership agreements.
What We Are Looking For Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. Experience:
• 5+ years of general accounting experience.
• Proven experience within the real estate industry, including property-level accounting.
• 3+ years of team management and leadership experience. Technical Skills:
• Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial processes, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel proficiency (handling large data sets and complex calculations).
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite. Familiarity with Yardi.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 5+ years of general accounting experience
- Real estate industry experience, including property-level accounting
- 3+ years of team management and leadership experience
- Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial processes, and internal controls
- Advanced Excel proficiency, including large datasets and complex calculations
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite
- Advanced English proficiency at B2+/C1 level
- Familiarity with Yardi
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The Company
What We Do
Distro is an AI-powered platform designed to enhance the efficiency and productivity of distributor sales teams. By automating manual recruiting and sales tasks, the company helps teams move faster, reduce costs, and improve hiring outcomes. Their technology focuses on optimizing counter and inside sales operations, providing tools that assist recruitment and sales processes while maintaining human oversight in final decision-making.
