Bilingual Accountant (Spanish-English)

About the role

An accountant is sought to join the team in the Flamingo area of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The role covers accounting and tax compliance for an assigned portfolio of clients, with direct assistance to clients and prospects visiting the office. It combines accounting, tax compliance, Real Estate Accounting and customer service, with a high level of autonomy and responsibility for the day-to-day running of the office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the accounting records and financial activities of an assigned client portfolio.
• Record and monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable and bank transactions.
• Prepare and file tax returns, including income tax, VAT, withholding tax on payments abroad and capital gains/losses.
• Prepare financial statements meeting local Costa Rican and U.S. reporting requirements.
• Reconcile accounting subledgers and supporting records.
• Issue electronic invoices and receipts under the V4.4 / TRIBU-CR system.
• Assist clients and prospects in person, by phone and virtually, explaining accounting, tax compliance and Real Estate Accounting services.
• Provide customer support in Spanish and English to local and international clients and maintain regular follow-up.
• Keep the office fully operational and aligned with company standards, and coordinate remotely with internal teams.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Public Accounting or a related field (CPI certification).
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting positions.
• Experience in accounting and tax compliance in Costa Rica.
• English at B2 level or higher; Spanish fluency.
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, discreet with confidential information, and comfortable with local and international clients.

Required skills

• Full IFRS and/or IFRS for SMEs knowledge.
• Costa Rican tax legislation, including VAT and income tax.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel.
• Collaborative tools and remote work; Real Estate tools such as rental management and reporting are a plus.