Remote Accountant: Client Finance & Compliance Lead

RecruitMyMom; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Professional development

Strong team culture

Cloud accounting tools access

Job summary

RecruitMyMom is seeking a fully remote Accountant to drive client compliance and precise financial reporting across a growing portfolio. You will own end-to-end accounting, manage client relationships, and implement systems that enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include producing annual financial statements, overseeing SARS-compliant tax submissions, and delivering clear financial guidance to clients. A strong focus on eFiling, payroll, and software optimization will be key.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an accountant reviewing accounts, preparing financial reports, drafting annual financial statements, and submitting tax returns across all tax types.
• Active membership or enrollment in an accreditation programme with a recognised governing body (SAICA/SAIPA/SAIT/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge across corporate, individual, provisional tax, VAT, PAYE, and international tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review trial balances against supporting evidence for accurate reporting.
• Oversee client bookkeeping in line with quality standards.
• Serve as the primary contact for a client portfolio with tailored accounting guidance.

Skills

Accounting experience

Client communication

Research & problem solving

Education

Degree in accounting

Tools

Xero

Dext

Expensify

SimplePay

SARS eFiling

Job description

RecruitMyMom is seeking a fully remote Accountant to drive client compliance and precise financial reporting across a growing portfolio. You will own end-to-end accounting, manage client relationships, and implement systems that enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include producing annual financial statements, overseeing SARS-compliant tax submissions, and delivering clear financial guidance to clients. A strong focus on eFiling, payroll, and software optimization will be key.