Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an Accounting Assistant to provide operational and administrative support to the department, ensuring accurate transaction recording and compliance with tax obligations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operational and administrative support to the accounting department
2. Ensure accurate recording of transactions and compliance with tax obligations
3. Assist in preparing financial reports
A reputable private-sector company is currently seeking an Accounting Assistant who wishes to join our team.
JOB PROFILE: ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
1. General Information
Position: Accounting Assistant
Location: Downtown Lima (Metropolitan Lima)
Department: Accounting
Reports to: General Accountant / Head of Accounting
Work Modality: On-site
2. Job Objective
Provide operational and administrative support to the accounting department, ensuring accurate recording of the company's economic transactions, compliance with tax obligations, and proper preparation of financial reports in accordance with current Peruvian regulations.
3. Main Responsibilities
Record payment vouchers (invoices, receipts, professional service receipts, credit/debit notes).
Support the preparation of accounting entries (purchases, sales, journal, ledger).
Record imports.
Reconcile bank and accounting accounts.
Support the preparation and filing of monthly tax declarations (PDT, PLAME, IGV, Income Tax).
Control and archive accounting and administrative documentation.
Support the preparation of financial statements.
Verify deductions, withholdings, and collections in accordance with current regulations.
Support during SUNAT audits or requests.
Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
4. Job Requirements
Academic Qualifications:
Graduate, Bachelor’s degree holder, technical diploma holder, or university student.
Experience:
Minimum 4 years in similar positions (preferably within private companies).
Technical Knowledge:
Peruvian tax regulations (SUNAT), Customs
Knowledge of import procedures
Proficiency in accounting software (NAVASOFT or similar).
Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas).
Understanding of deductions, withholdings, and collections.
Competencies:
Orderliness and organization
Responsibility and confidentiality
Proactivity
Teamwork
5. Employment Conditions
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Compensation: Negotiable based on experience.
Benefits: As per Peruvian labor law
Work Modality: On-site
6. Work Location
Downtown Lima, easily accessible
7. Ideal Candidate Profile
A committed individual with interest in developing a career in accounting, capable of working under pressure and meeting tax deadlines.
Salary: S/.1,500.00 \- S/.2,500.00 per month
Work Location: On-site employment