Staff Accountant – Hybrid (Quito)

About the role

AxisKey is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its growing Finance team in Quito. You will support day‑to‑day accounting operations, help close the books each month, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP while working closely with U.S.‑based clients.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain financial records, general ledger accounts, and prepare journal entries.
• Perform reconciliations and support the monthly close process.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting financial performance.
• Manage documentation for accounts payable, treasury, and audit requests.
• Execute monthly balance‑sheet reconciliations.
• Support external audits and tax‑related inquiries.
• Collaborate with the Accounting Supervisor and cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate, timely reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience with familiarity with U.S. GAAP.
• Fluent English for regular communication with U.S. clients.
• Detail‑oriented, analytical, well‑organized, and clear communicator.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite or QuickBooks.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Competitive local salary.
• Full Ecuadorian benefits including IESS, 13th and 14th salaries, and local holidays.
• 15 days paid time off plus an additional PTO day for each year of service.
• Hybrid work environment with three in‑office days per week.