Our team

A core contributing factor to the influence Instiglio has had thus far includes our collaborative, highly skilled and diverse team. We are a team of 100+ people, representing 15+ nationalities, with offices in Colombia, Kenya, Morocco, Mauritius and the USA. Our team of practitioners has extensive development and government experience, including previous roles in international development banks, management consulting, national governments, multilateral agencies, INGOs and academia.

How you will make an impact

As an Accountant Analyst you will play a key role in ensuring operational efficiency at our Bogotá office while collaborating with Instiglio’s Global Operations, People, and Finance teams in Bogota, Kenya and Morocco. This unique position spans accountant, Office Administration, and Compliance, offering a dynamic and cross-functional work environment. Your responsibilities will include inputting accounting data into SAP, calculating taxes for invoices, preparing tax forms, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and US GAAP standards. You will also manage financial statements, analyze accounting operations for Colombia and the USA, and prepare accurate, timely monthly reports to reflect the company’s financial position and support strategic decisions.

This role provides an exciting opportunity for professional growth within the organization. By supporting critical financial and administrative functions, you will contribute to operational excellence while developing your expertise in a global context. If you are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about creating impact through operational and financial stewardship, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

The key responsibilities of the Accountant Analyst , will include, but are not limited to:

• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded.
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements in accordance with legal and company accounting guidelines.
• Review expenses, payroll records, and other financial documentation.
• Update financial data in databases to ensure information is accurate and readily available when needed.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Assist the Controller in monthly and yearly closings.
• Support other accounting projects as needed.
• Provide assistance to the Operations Officer, contributing to key operational and administrative tasks.
• Actively participate in internal management and support the administrative operations of the Bogotá office, ensuring its smooth and efficient functioning.

Who you are

We are growing a team of resourceful go-getters that are driven by our mission, curious about the world, and dedicated to a life of learning. Our ideal candidate must demonstrate their enthusiasm for finance & operations, and an ability to learn as well as a willingness to adapt to the challenges the role poses. The ideal candidate will have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting, business administration, or a related field. Or completion of 7-8 semesters in an Accounting program.
• Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, with a solid understanding of general accounting principles, payroll management, and tax administration. Experience in finance or related fields within the international development sector or start-up environments, especially working with global teams, is highly desirable.
• Knowledge in software: Skills in all Microsoft Office/ Google Suite applications (PowerPoint, Excel and Word).
• Skills:

• • Working knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP (training will be provided).
  • Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel and Word) or Google Workspace (Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.) Advanced skills in Excel are mandatory.
  • Advanced written and oral communication skills in English (B1).
  • High organizational skills with impeccable attention to details and accurate data entry skills.
  • Teamwork skills with the ability to work autonomously.
  • Strong numerical skills, structured thinking and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work comfortably and communicate effectively in a multinational, culturally diverse, and virtual environment.
  • Willingness to learn and grow.

How you can grow with us

Joining as an Accountant Analyst will offer you a chance to develop a variety of skills, own or support initiatives with the guidance of more experienced senior staff. Instiglio has a strong feedback culture, with all staff receiving quarterly formal, structured reviews, in addition to real-time feedback. Additionally, a mentorship system and development plans are in place to ensure that staff receive proper support in their professional development.

Working model and benefits

The successful candidate will be based in Bogotá, Colombia with a strong preference for Colombian residents. In addition, Instiglio offers generous benefits, which include a flexible hybrid working model (team members going to the office two times a week for face-to-face connection opportunities), personal days, remote work days, and a company holiday in addition to vacation, among others. Instiglio does not offer a fully remote working arrangement.

Join our team!

Submit your application by attaching an English version of your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter answer the following questions: (1) Why are you a good fit for this role? (2) What is your motivation to apply to Instiglio? We will review applications on a rolling-basis. The deadline for receiving applications is 30 January 2025.