Accountant - 43119730873

Somewhere; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial statements and bookkeeping for startup companies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of accounting experience and proficiency in Quickbooks. This position offers a salary range of 1,800-2,600 USD monthly based on experience, with a working schedule of 8a-5p or 9a-6p EST.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• 2+ years in a client-facing position and startup experience.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and conduct bookkeeping tasks.
• Utilize knowledge of accounting principles for accurate records.
• Assist with financial audits and documentation.

Skills

5+ years of experience in accounting

Proficiency in Quickbooks

Exceptional communication skills

Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles

Experience in data analysis

Tools

Quickbooks

bill.com

Job description

Overview

LOOKING FOR SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS WHO ARE BASED IN SOUTH AFRICA candidates

Position: Accountant

Working Schedule: 8a-5p or 9a-6p EST

Salary Range: 1,800-2,600 USD Monthly (the final salary will be determined by the candidate's level of experience and at the discretion of the client)

Role Overview: We are seeking an Accountant for our clients that are experts in startup finance, providing sophisticated financial, accounting, tax and strategic advisory services to leading venture-backed startups. You will be responsible for organizing financial statements, managing payroll, and miscellaneous organizational tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Conduct general bookkeeping tasks, including recording financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and tracking expenses.
• Utilize knowledge of depreciation models and accounting principles to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with financial audits and prepare necessary documentation as required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or related field
• 2+ years of experience within a client facing position.
• 2+ years of experience within a start up company.
• Proficiency in Quickbooks required
• Experience working within the bill.com platform
• Strong understanding of general bookkeeping, depreciation models, reconciliation, and accounting principles
• Exceptional communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in data analysis and performing cost-benefit analysis