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Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst

distroGuatemala City
Hybrid Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Skills Required:• 3–5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A (not entry-level).• Strong understanding of accrual/GAAP accounting and the reasoning behind accruals.• Preferred experience with e-commerce business models (Shopify, Amazon, inventory, COGS).• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online or similar accounting systems.• Advanced skills in Excel/Google Sheets (including pivot tables, SUMIF, COUNTIF, data aggregation).• Ability to work Eastern Time hours (8 AM–4 PM).• Professional proficiency in English (both written and verbal).

About the job

Join our team at distro as a Senior Accountant / Financial Analyst, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the CFO with accounting operations, financial analysis, forecasting, and providing insightful business intelligence.
Role Overview:
• Hybrid position: approximately 20–25% accounting responsibilities and 75–80% dedicated to financial analysis and FP&A.
• Expect a gradual shift in accounting tasks to decrease to 5–10% over time through the implementation of automation (AI).
• The ideal candidate will possess qualities such as hunger for growth, humility, strong analytical skills, adaptability, and a high level of coachability.
• This position offers a long-term growth trajectory to become a strategic partner to the CFO.
• You will be required to adhere to detailed accounting processes while managing open-ended analyses.
• Critical thinking, data analysis, and the ability to connect insights are essential.
Responsibilities:
• Accounting (20–25%, decreasing with automation)
• Assist in month-end close processes within an accrual (GAAP) environment.
• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and roll-forward schedules.
• Ensure proper revenue recognition for Shopify, Amazon, and other e-commerce platforms.
• Support COGS, inventory analysis, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and workpapers.
• (Preferred) Assist with U. S. sales tax filings across 47 states.
Financial Analysis & FP&A (Primary Focus):
• Prepare monthly P&L reporting, KPI tracking, and variance analyses.
• Develop and maintain financial models, rolling forecasts, and dashboards.
• Analyze marketing expenditures, contribution margins, operations, and inventory forecasts.
• Contribute to cash flow planning and optimize working capital.
• Conduct scenario analyses, identify trends, and perform deep-dive analytics.
• Translate raw, unstructured data into actionable insights independently.
Partnership & Growth:
• Collaborate closely with the CFO, with minimal interaction across the broader company.
• Utilize AI technologies to automate manual accounting tasks.
• Engage in the selection, testing, and implementation of financial tools, along with process improvements.

About distro

distro is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to revolutionizing the way businesses operate in the e-commerce space. We are committed to leveraging technology and data to provide our clients with unparalleled insights and support.

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