Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant

Role Description This full-time remote Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant role at Colegio de Biotecnólogos del Ecuador - COBIEC focuses on supporting day-to-day financial and accounting operations. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, tracking payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with month-end reconciliations. The role involves managing petty cash transactions, supporting credit control activities such as payment reminders and customer account monitoring, and preparing basic financial reports for internal stakeholders. The Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant will collaborate with the finance team, respond to routine financial inquiries, help ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations, and contribute to process improvements.Qualifications Strong accounting and finance skills, including knowledge of basic bookkeeping, general ledger entries, and financial documentation.Experience with credit control activities, such as monitoring outstanding balances, following up on payments, and maintaining customer account records.Ability to manage petty cash, handle small transactions accurately, and reconcile cash balances regularly.Effective communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, respond to financial queries, and present information clearly in writing and verbally.Proficiency with accounting or ERP software and spreadsheet tools (e.g., Excel or equivalent); comfort working in a digital, remote environment.Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality in handling financial data, and commitment to compliance with internal controls.Relevant education in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; prior experience in a finance or accounts support role is an advantage.