Accountant | $75/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,364,000 - 1,706,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking an Accountant/Auditor for a remote contract role. The position focuses on reviewing financial statements for GAAP/IFRS compliance and building robust financial models in Excel.

Your work will include documenting audit procedures, analyzing tax compliance, and delivering concise reports with actionable recommendations. You will also contribute real-world scenarios to train AI models and help improve reporting practices.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial reporting, audit, or tax compliance.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Advanced Excel skills incl. financial modeling.
• Proven track record conducting audits and preparing audit documentation.
• Ability to clearly articulate complex financial concepts in writing and speech.
• CPA / ACCA certification is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and validate financial models using Excel.
• Assess and document audit procedures and internal controls.
• Analyze tax compliance documentation and ensure regulatory alignment.
• Prepare detailed written reports with findings and recommendations.
• Provide feedback on financial documentation and reporting best practices.
• Contribute real-world scenarios and case studies to AI model training.

Skills

Financial reporting

Auditing

Tax compliance

GAAP

IFRS

Excel advanced

Audit documentation

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

CPA / ACCA certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position

Accountant / Auditor

Type

Contract

Compensation

$60 - $75/hour

Location

Remote

Commitment

10-40 hrs/week

Role Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate financial statements for accuracy and compliance with GAAP or IFRS standards.
• Develop and validate financial models using advanced Excel functions.
• Assess and document audit procedures and internal control frameworks.
• Analyze tax compliance documentation and ensure alignment with relevant regulations.
• Prepare detailed written reports summarizing findings and recommendations based on provided financial data.
• Contribute real-world scenarios and case studies to inform the development and training of AI models.
• Provide concise, constructive feedback on financial documentation and reporting best practices.

Requirements

• Have strong relevant experience in financial reporting, audit, or tax compliance roles.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, IFRS, and international financial reporting requirements.
• Expert proficiency with Excel, including financial modeling and advanced analytical functions.
• Proven track record conducting audits and preparing audit documentation for diverse business entities.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate complex financial concepts in clear, well-structured written and verbal formats.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is highly valued.