Accounting Analyst

About the role

Huntsman is seeking an Accounting Analyst for its Accounting Shared Services Division in San Jose, Costa Rica, reporting to the Costa Rica Country Accountant. The position supports the Mexico business with month-end close, journal entry postings, account reconciliations and accounts payable, among other tasks. It is based in the AFZ office in Heredia.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries
• Reconcile general ledger accounts
• Process accounts payable
• Develop, automate and maintain reports and processes to drive continuous improvement
• Assist with special projects and improvements, audit schedules, intercompany transactions, fixed assets and transfer pricing

Required profile

• Unrestricted right to work in Costa Rica
• Minimum qualification: Public Accountant, General and Tax Accounting specialty; 4 years of general accounting experience
• Office attendance on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, with occasional extra days as needed
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and meet tight, overlapping deadlines

Required skills

• Management of Office packages
• SAP
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Preferred: SAP Business One and interpretation and application of tax laws