Accountant - English Proficiency

About the role

Marsh is looking for an Accountant with English proficiency to join its finance team in Bogota. The role is hybrid, with at least three days a week spent in the office, and covers the day-to-day financial activities of a portfolio of clients, including captive insurance companies.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements accurately and on time, including supplemental information requested by clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with a portfolio of international clients, learning their specific rules and regulations.
• Reconcile cash and investment accounts, prepare bank deposits and cash disbursements.
• Plan and complete annual audits, including regulatory filings and GAAP financial statements.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance for local accounting and financial reporting, and maintain client files in line with regulations and best practice.
• Correspond with other service providers and prepare materials for board and committee meetings.
• Comply with Marsh internal controls and client-specific controls, and perform other assigned duties.

Required profile

• CPA designation or CPA enrolment preferred, or 1 year of relevant experience in financial statement preparation, working papers and the General Ledger.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills with colleagues and external clients.
• Advantageous: captive insurance experience and 1-2 years of experience in insurance companies or insurance accounting.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leadership.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture and a wide range of career opportunities.
• Benefits and rewards designed to support well-being.