Accounting Specialist

About Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people—both clients and employees—for over 80 years. Working with Ulteig is more than a job; it means you will have the opportunity to make a difference by creating and solving for a sustainable future. A huge part of the company’s success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of its workforce, which is why Ulteig makes investing in its employees a top priority. Ulteig’s mission is to connect people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including power, renewables, transportation, and water.

About Maxima Consulting

Maxima Consulting Inc. is a global consulting firm renowned for delivering its innovative workforce and technology solutions to leading companies in various industries. Dedicated to driving sustainable growth in Costa Rica, Maxima Consulting aims to build a people-centric, client-focused, and progress-driven team of engineering professionals to support Ulteig in transforming our world’s critical infrastructure.

Position Overview

Ulteig|Maxima has an outstanding opportunity for an Accounting Specialist to join our engaging and collaborative team. In this role, the Accounting Specialist will maintain financial records, prepare and process transactions, and assist in maintaining information according to established policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting records.

What You'll Do

• Have a working knowledge of accounting processes and systems.

• Responsible for the completion of accurate and timely invoicing in collaboration with Project Management.

• Communicate with clients and project managers to resolve project and invoice-related issues and errors.

• Review client and project records to ensure accurate and complete setup and maintenance; responsible for updating and maintaining client and project financial records and information, including set-up of billing terms in accordance with applicable contracts.

• Provide reporting and information to external business partners, internal employees and management.

• Prepare periodic and ad hoc client and project reporting, and work with the requester to identify reporting needs. Contribute to Balance Sheet account maintenance, including Work-in-Progress and Accounts Receivable.

• Assist with monitoring of policies, systems, and processes, including process development and implementation.

• Assist with filing, scanning, and other related tasks.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field or Associate's degree in accounting or related field and 2 years of related experience.

• Professional English level.

• Basic knowledge of accounting procedures and standards.

• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle confidential matters related to daily business operations. Strong organizational/follow-up skills and attention to detail.

• Must be proactive and able to identify and act on company's financial needs.

• Must possess well-rounded knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures of associated industry.

• Demonstrates excellent verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Demonstrates the ability to be organized, work on multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines by setting priorities.

• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

• Experience with Deltek Vision preferred.

• Must have authorization to work permanently in the Costa Rica.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on your experience.

• Support for attaining professional accreditation in Costa Rica and the USA

• Wellbeing mental health package.

• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.

Recruitment process flow

Join our team and become a part of an innovative company redefining excellence in service delivery. If you’re an accomplished engineer we encourage you to apply now by submitting your resume that should highlight your engineering achievements and leadership vision.

We respect your time and effort, so our recruitment process is as short and convenient as possible. Our recruiters are committed to keeping you in the loop and will happily answer your questions to help you prepare or clarify our expectations.