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Accounting Assistant

Motum · Argentina · back to the listing

HR standards

57/100

needs work

Title ↔ description

72/100

solid

Reads as

Bookkeeper

99% confident

What this role officially is

bookkeeper — ESCO, the EU occupation classification

Bookkeepers record and assemble the day-to-day financial transactions of an organisation or company, consisting usually of sales, purchases, payments and receipts. They ensure all financial transactions are documented in the appropriate (day) book and general ledger, and that they are balanced out. Bookkeepers prepare the recorded books and ledgers with financial transactions for an accountant to then analyse balance sheets and income statements.

Also known as: general bookkeeper, accounting technician, book-keeping clerk, accounts clerk, general-ledger bookkeeper, accounting technicians

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What the listing never says

  • 19 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
  • No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency

The listing, marked up

🌎 Remote | LATAM. WE ARE EXCLUSIVELY CONSIDERING APPLICATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN LATAM1

❗️ ONLY ENGLISH RESUMES WILL BE CONSIDERED

️🗣️ PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE REQUIRES ENGLISH PROFICIENCY 2 (C1C2 LEVEL)

💼 START DATE: ASAP

About Motum

Motum focuses on creating high-performing international teams for US-based companies. Our mission is to empower ambitious and qualified individuals from all over the world and connect them with US companies for fully remote roles that match their skills and aspirations. Ready to join us?

About the Role

We are hiring an experienced Accounting Assistant to support a global leader in book sales for businesses, educational institutions, and other organizations. Founded in 2005, the company promotes continuous learning and professional growth and is known for its innovation, excellence, and outstanding service.

You will manage accounts payable and receivable operations, handle vendor and client requests, and ensure smooth day-to-day accounting processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, results-driven remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and record accounts payable transactions and vendor bills

• Resolve pricing discrepancies and coordinate with operations on duplicates or returns

• Update and maintain accurate records in Salesforce, BigCommerce, and Odoo

• Schedule vendor payments and ensure timely disbursements

• Prepare and send invoices for accounts receivable and reconcile incoming payments

• Research and resolve payment discrepancies and follow up on overdue accounts

• Manage client and vendor requests such as receipts, refunds, and sales tax exemptions

• Maintain clear communication with internal teams regarding payment status and account balances

• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards

• Support additional administrative and reporting tasks as needed

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Experience with Odoo or similar ERP systems preferred

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Advanced English level (C1 or higher) with clear and professional communication

• Comfortable working in a fully remote, performance-driven environment

Tools & Platforms:

Experience with Odoo (preferred), Bill.com, Box, Avalara.com, Braintree Gateway, BigCommerce, Gorgias, Teams, Google Docs, Salesforce, and 1Password.

Additional Information

• Full-time: 40 hours per week

• Contract Type: Independent Contractor

• Work Hours: 8am to 5pm PST

Originally posted on Himalayas