Accounting Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Accounting Assistant to join the Finance Department of Autris/Veritas Villages in Panama City. The role supports day‑to‑day accounting operations across a group of real‑estate and property‑management companies, handling both payable and receivable functions in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Process accounts payable: verify, code, and enter vendor invoices, prepare payment batches and monitor due dates.
• Manage accounts receivable: generate and send invoices, track collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for multiple entity accounts.
• Code and classify bank transactions to the correct GL accounts using historical references.
• Support intercompany transaction tracking across separate QuickBooks Online company files.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close tasks, including accruals, reclassifications and supporting schedules.
• Maintain organized, audit‑ready digital and physical filing of accounting documentation.
• Prepare financial reports and ad‑hoc analysis for management as requested.
• Assist with payroll‑related filings and compliance items (CSS, MITRADEL).
• Collaborate on Chart of Accounts standardisation and data clean‑up initiatives.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or AP/AR.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• Degree or technical certification in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently across multiple entities and currencies.

Required skills

• QuickBooks Online (or similar accounting software).
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Exposure to a diverse, multi‑entity real‑estate and property‑management group.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a sustainable, innovative environment.