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Accountant

Accountant

SomewhereWorkFromHome, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Accountant (Remote)

Type : Full-time, Independent Contractor

Location : Remote

Work Hours : U.S. business hours

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations and provide strategic insights across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will be proficient in accounting tools and capable of handling both transactional tasks and higher-level financial analysis. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and forward-looking business planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) processes across multiple entities.
  • Prepare monthly AFS (Annual Financial Statements) and maintain accurate general ledger entries.
  • Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations .
  • Develop and manage budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial projections .
  • Unravel and reconcile transactions across multiple companies and restate books where necessary.
  • Provide recommendations on accounting methods, policies, and technology solutions to streamline processes.
  • Support financial audits and ensure compliance with local regulations.
  • Generate regular reports and present financial insights to management.

Candidate Requirements

  • 3-7 years of accounting experience (multi-entity exposure preferred).
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, or equivalent accounting software .
  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and forecasting .
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required) .
  • Strong problem-solving ability with the capacity to "untangle" complex or historical transactions.
  • Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently in a remote environment.
  • CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred, but not required.

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