Chief Accountant

Position Purpose

Lead and fully execute the accounting operations in Colombia, ensuring compliance with regulatory, tax, and corporate requirements, within a context of sustained financial growth over the next three years.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting activities in Colombia, including monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Ensure compliance with Colombian accounting and tax regulations, with a strong focus on taxation.
• Coordinate and work directly with international teams (India), aligning processes and financial reporting.
• Actively participate in financial planning and support the projected business growth.
• Ensure proper execution of import and export processes, when applicable.
• Administer and optimize accounting processes in SAP S/4HANA.
• Handle internal and external audits.

Requirements

• Degree in Public Accounting.
• Proven experience as Chief Accountant or similar role, with team leadership (mandatory).
• Preferably experience in the pharmaceutical industry; alternatively in FMCG, import and export.
• Strong knowledge of Colombian tax and fiscal regulations.
• Advanced English (mandatory), with the ability to interact fluently with teams in India.
• Advanced proficiency in SAP S/4HANA (CP1).
• Strong leadership, communication skills, and ability to work in multicultural environments.

About the Company

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories is a global pharmaceutical company committed to providing affordable and innovative medicines for healthier lives.We focus on delivering high-quality products across multiple therapeutic areas.
In Colombia, Dr. Reddy’s plays a key role in supporting the healthcare system through trusted medicines and solutions that meet international standards.