Staff Accountant - 39599246731
Somewhere
Date: 14 hours ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time
Remote

Staff Accountant
Location: Remote (South Africa/Philippines preferred, open all regions if can work EST hours)
Compensation: $1,800 - $2,300 / month
Industry: Financial Software / Accounting Solutions
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday (90% aligning with U.S. Eastern Time hours)
About The Role
An established financial software company is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support their internal finance operations. With over 30 years of innovation in accounting solutions tailored to complex, multi-entity organizations, this is a rare opportunity to join a company that blends deep financial expertise with robust technology.
You’ll play a key role in month-end closing, reporting, and internal financial management processes — ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and insightful reporting. You’ll work closely with U.S.-based stakeholders and contribute to a high-performing finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Remote (South Africa/Philippines preferred, open all regions if can work EST hours)
Compensation: $1,800 - $2,300 / month
Industry: Financial Software / Accounting Solutions
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday (90% aligning with U.S. Eastern Time hours)
About The Role
An established financial software company is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support their internal finance operations. With over 30 years of innovation in accounting solutions tailored to complex, multi-entity organizations, this is a rare opportunity to join a company that blends deep financial expertise with robust technology.
You’ll play a key role in month-end closing, reporting, and internal financial management processes — ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and insightful reporting. You’ll work closely with U.S.-based stakeholders and contribute to a high-performing finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
- Review accounts receivable, assist with collections, and maintain aging reports
- Process accounts payable, ensuring accuracy and timely payment
- Assist in preparing GAAP-compliant internal financial statements
- Maintain general ledger accuracy using accounting software tools
- Support external audit and tax preparation processes
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics
- Review current accounting workflows to identify automation and efficiency opportunities
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
- 3-5 years total accounting experience, including 1-3 years supporting GAAP-compliant financial closes
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and familiarity with internal financial reporting
- Excellent command of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and timeliness
- Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with senior stakeholders
- Proactive mindset with a knack for spotting inefficiencies and suggesting improvements
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and professionalism
- Ability to learn new software, be pro-active and a self-starter
- Financial and ERP systems tailored to multi-entity accounting
- Internal reporting dashboards and collaboration tools
- Work closely with U.S.-based finance, audit, and operations teams
- Fast-paced, structured, and detail-driven environment with clear expectations and support
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