Controller Assistant

Virtustant; South Africa; In loco; ZAR 271.000 - 566.000; Part-time

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Payment in USD or Local Currency

Descrizione del lavoro

Virtustant is seeking a detail-oriented Controller Assistant to provide part-time support with accounting, bookkeeping, and financial administration. You will help maintain accurate financial records, manage routine tasks, and assist the Controller with reconciliations, reporting, and month-end processes.

The role emphasizes day-to-day accounting tasks, AP/AR support, and the opportunity to improve workflows while coordinating around reporting deadlines.

Competenze

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and expense tracking.

Mansioni

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping tasks.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and summaries.
• Support month-end closing procedures and other recurring accounting tasks.
• Track expenses and help ensure financial information is properly organized.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and administrative processes.

Conoscenze

Accounting basics

Bank reconciliations

Excel / Google Sheets

Financial reporting

Strumenti

QuickBooks

Xero

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: Controller Assistant (Part-Time)

About The Company

Our client is a boutique accounting and financial consulting firm that provides outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, and Chief Financial Officer advisory services to small and mid-sized businesses.

Job Description

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Controller Assistant to provide part-time support with accounting, bookkeeping, and financial administration.

This role will assist with maintaining accurate financial records, managing routine accounting tasks, and supporting the Controller with reconciliations, reporting, and month-end processes.

Responsibilities Of The Role

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping tasks.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment tracking.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and summaries.
• Support month-end closing procedures and other recurring accounting tasks.
• Track expenses and help ensure financial information is properly organized.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and administrative processes.

Required Experience And Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administration.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and expense tracking.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience supporting a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Chief Financial Officer.
• Experience assisting with month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows.
• Experience working with U.S.-based businesses and accounting practices.

Personality

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage priorities independently and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and the ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.

Software & Tools

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar platforms.

Schedule

Part-time

15-20 hours per week

Flexible, with availability to coordinate around reporting deadlines and the Controller's needs

Salary And Benefits

• Payment in USD or Local Currency according to candidate's preference.