Senior Accountant 16095

Position : Senior Accountant (Client-Facing Church Finance Focus)

Location : Remote (South Africa preferred)

Work Hours : Full-time U.S. Eastern Time

Salary : 2500 - 3000 USD

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to support a growing accounting team that serves a portfolio of U.S.-based clients. This role is designed for an experienced professional with strong technical accounting skills excellent client-facing communication and a proactive solution-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate thrives in a values-driven environment and is comfortable managing multiple client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 56 clients handling full-cycle accounting (AP AR payroll reconciliations and reporting).

Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP particularly in nonprofit and fund accounting.

Prepare review and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and consistency.

Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal training resources.

Support client onboarding and data migration processes in accounting platforms.

Collaborate with internal and external teams to provide actionable financial insights.

Utilize accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online Divi and Gusto to optimize operations.

Maintain strong ethical and professional standards aligned with client expectations and culture.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field.

Experience : 35 years of progressive accounting experience ideally with exposure to public accounting and nonprofit clients.

Technical Skills :

Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Divi and Gusto .

In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and full-cycle accounting processes.

Strong Excel and reporting skills.

Soft Skills :

Fluent in English with excellent communication and client service ability.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Team-oriented dependable and proactive.

Preferred : CPA designation or active pursuit of certification.

Compensation & Logistics

Location : Remote (preferably South Africa)

Schedule : Must have overlap with U.S. Eastern Time

Salary Range : Based on experience and market data

Benefits : Standard U.S. PTO and benefits structure with flexibility for regional holidays

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,Journal Entries,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Account Reconciliation,SOX,Microsoft Dynamics GP,NetSuite

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 3 - 5