Accountant and Payroll Administrator - Colombia - PLX SAS (REMOTE) 2025

Join our growing team! As we expand operations in Colombia, we are seeking a highly reliable and detail-oriented Accountant in Colombia to manage local accounting and payroll operations while ensuring compliance with Colombian financial, tax, and labor regulations. This person will report into our U.S.-based team and provide expert guidance on local financial matters.

Essential Functions

Accounting Services

• Ensure that financial records comply with Colombian accounting, tax, and commercial regulations (understandable, useful, relevant, and timely)

• Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions, including expenses, income, and asset depreciation, in the company’s accounting software (Aliaddo)

• Issue necessary certifications as required by Colombian authorities

• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and other financial data regularly and in a timely manner

• Prepare and file all applicable Colombian tax returns (municipal, national, etc.)

• Audit, monitor, and update information in the company’s accounting system

• Attend weekly virtual or face-to-face meetings (approx. 2 hours/week) with U.S. stakeholders

• Provide ongoing, personalized advice on accounting and tax issues

• Assist with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to support decision-making by the U.S. parent company

• Maintain organized and auditable financial files and documentation to support compliance and potential reviews

• Carry out additional tasks necessary for accurate and comprehensive financial  management

Payroll Services

• Work closely with HR to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee payroll, benefits, and employment changes

• Process payroll for Colombian employees (from onboarding through termination).

• Manage employee enrollments in the Colombian social security system (health, pension, ARL, etc.)

• Record and update payroll changes (bonuses, disability, contract changes, etc.)

• Coordinate payroll execution, including bank account setup and payment uploads

• Submit electronic payroll reports to DIAN for indefinite-term employees

• File DIAN support documents for contractors

• Complete final settlements and terminations in accordance with Colombian law

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time remote position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST, with one hour lunch, with occasional hours worked, as needed, with full compliance of Colombian schedule legislation.

• Type of Work: This is a fully remote position, but preference may be given to candidates in the Medellìn area to help with some local activities

• Start on a fixed employee contract and potential for indefinite contract after successful completion of training and performance

Requirements

• Minimum education is an Associate’s degree, preferably in the field of Accounting and/or Finance or related field

• Must hold a certificate for Professional License for Public Accountants

• Must be able to write and speak at least B2/C1 English

• Must be located in Colombia, preferably in Medellìn - or willing to travel there, as needed

• At least 3 years of experience with Accounting in Colombia, including but not limited to, payroll processing, onboarding, offboarding, policy creation, etc.

  • 5-7  year of experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of Colombian labor laws and regulations

• Strong working proficiency in accounting and payroll software

  • Preferred experience with Aliaddo

• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with discretion

• Must be able to prioritize and meet important deadlines

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to work within a multi-national team across different cultures

• Must uphold company core values and have commitment to employee service, while representing the business’ interests

• Ability to work during Colombian holidays to match US schedule (surcharge would apply)

• Distraction-free work environment for home

• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening prior to any offer of employment

Benefits

• Starting Pay Rate: Between 5.000.000-6.000.000 COP/month, depending on experience. You will be eligible for full benefits and pension day one, deducted from that base.

• Internal growth opportunities - we develop our employees and will promote from within while growing this location

• Recognition and Rewards platform that can be exchanged for gift cards

• Ability to work remotely

• Holiday surcharges paid

• Opportunity to work for a U.S. based company, while honing your English speaking skills in a professional environment

• Access to a global Learning Management System with thousands of professional development courses

• 100,000 COP monthly stipend towards dependable High-Speed Internet for remote work