Accounting & Controlling Specialist Perú

Location

Lima, Perú

Mission

At Zelestra Latam, we are looking for an Accounting & Controlling Specialist to lead Peru’s accounting and financial management (Lima-based), combining a strong technical foundation with direct, active involvement in operational execution (hands-on profile).
The mission of this role is to ensure full compliance with local accounting, financial, and tax requirements, while driving an analytical, data-driven approach that actively supports business decision-making and the continuous improvement of finance processes. All of this in alignment with corporate standards, local regulations, internal procedures, and with a strong focus on collaborative, cross-functional work.

Responsibilities

Accounting and financial management

• Lead and execute monthly accounting closes, adjustments, variance analysis, and key bank reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements hands-on, ensuring consistency, quality, and traceability of information.
• Oversee and analyze local accounting and finance operations, identifying risks, deviations, and opportunities for improvement.

Reporting and business management

• Prepare and coordinate local and corporate reporting, providing clear, timely, and management-oriented information for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyze financial results, costs, and margins (including EPC contracts).

Regulatory compliance and audit

• Ensure compliance with Peruvian accounting and tax regulations across all financial activities.
• Coordinate and lead local internal and external audits, acting as the main point of contact and accountable owner of the information provided.
• Prepare and coordinate local regulatory reports, ensuring quality, consistency, and on-time delivery.

Continuous improvement, automation, and systems

• Identify, design, and implement improvements to accounting and finance processes, with a focus on efficiency, internal controls, and scalability.
• Actively drive automation, standardization, and data usage, reducing manual tasks and strengthening financial analysis.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Legal, Tax, AMS, O&M, Project Finance) and external advisors to ensure comprehensive financial management.

Job Requirements

• Licensed professional in a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting and finance roles with similar responsibilities.
• Proven hands-on experience directly managing accounting closes, reporting, and audits.
• Experience in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, construction, engineering, or utilities (mandatory).
• Experience working with corporate reporting and in demanding environments.
• Experience in multinational environments is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Peruvian tax legislation.
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems, ideally in process improvement or automation contexts.
• Ability to analyze financial and data insights to support business management.
• Intermediate English (preferred). 

What we offer

• Hybrid work.
• Health insurance.
• Other benefits.

Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age and ethnicity. Our mission is to contribute to a more just and equitable society.

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