Job Title : Staff Accountant / Controller-Lite
Location : Remote (South Africa preferred)
Compensation : $2,000 - $3,000 USD / month (potential flexibility up to $3,500 for higher-level skillset)
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Accountant / Controller-Lite to provide financial oversight and operational support within a growing international team. This role bridges the gap between bookkeeping and executive leadership, ensuring accurate reporting, streamlined processes, and reliable financial oversight.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment. You'll be responsible for reviewing the work of a bookkeeper, preparing reports, and ensuring the shareholder / executive team receives accurate and timely financial insights without needing to manage day-to-day accounting tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and review the work of the bookkeeper to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial reports.
- Consolidate financial data into clear, actionable reporting packages for leadership.
- Act as the operational link between bookkeeping and executive oversight.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies, improving accounting workflows where necessary.
- Ensure timely reporting of cash flow, P&L, and balance sheet.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities as needed.
- Provide recommendations to strengthen financial processes and controls.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.5+ years of progressive accounting / finance experience, ideally in an international or remote environment.Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.Experience managing or reviewing bookkeeping-level work.Proficiency in accounting software and cloud-based tools.Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.Strong written and verbal English communication.Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.Preferred
Experience in a controller or staff accountant capacity for SMEs or startups.Background in operations management alongside finance / accounting.Familiarity with remote team structures and cross-border financial reporting.#J-18808-Ljbffr