Staff Accountant

Podium81

Guatemala City, Guatemala
Competitive salary; not specified; legal benefits,...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
2+ years accounting experience
Direct exposure to guatemalan tax regulations
Podium81 is seeking a Staff Accountant for their Guatemala City office to ensure local statutory compliance and financial integrity while collaborating closely with their US-based accounting team. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of Guatemalan tax regulations, along with experience in month-end close processes and payroll compliance

Job Summary

  • This role plays a key part in ensuring local statutory compliance and financial integrity while partnering with the US-based accounting team.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work in a global environment and gain exposure to multinational accounting practices within a high-growth tech company.
  • Employees receive competitive salary, legal benefits, private medical insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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Podium81 is seeking a Staff Accountant for their Guatemala City office to ensure local statutory compliance and financial integrity while collaborating closely with their US-based accounting team. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of Guatemalan tax regulations, along with experience in month-end close processes and payroll compliance.

Salary

Competitive salary; Not specified; Legal Benefits, Private medical insurance, PTO + local holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2+ years accounting experience
  • Direct exposure to Guatemalan tax regulations
  • Experience with SAT filings and IVA/ISR compliance
  • Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems
  • Bilingual Spanish and English communication

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with SAT digital platforms like FEL
  • Exposure to US GAAP or multinational environments
  • CPA certification or candidate status
  • Experience with QuickBooks or SAP
  • Proactive problem-solving mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 2+ years of accounting experience
  • Knowledge of Guatemalan tax regulations and SAT filings
  • CPA or CPA candidate preferred
  • Fluency in Spanish and English required

Work Rights

Not specified

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