Senior E‑Commerce Accountant & Bookkeeper (Full‑Cycle)

UpCounting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

UpCounting is hiring for a full-cycle accounting role handling a portfolio of eCommerce client files, with 9am–5pm EST overlap. You own the numbers from reconciliations to month-end close and ensure timely delivery.

The role supports 7- to 9-figure brands across North America and beyond, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement. You will work in a remote setup, collaborating with North American clients and cross-border teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in accounting in a firm or multi-client environment.
• Full cycle bookkeeping: reconciliations, A/P, A/R, journal entries, accruals and prepaids.
• Experience owning a month-end close.
• QuickBooks Online or Xero experience. We will fund your QuickBooks Online certification during onboarding if you do not have it.
• Experience working with clients outside your country, ideally US, Canada, UK or Australia.
• English strong enough to speak directly with North American clients.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle bookkeeping across a portfolio of client files.
• Run month-end and year-end close: schedules, balance sheet tie-outs, timely reporting.
• Record payroll entries, prepaids and accruals accurately.
• Manage sales tax filings, remittances and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Review your own work before it goes up. Self-review is part of the job.
• Identify automation opportunities and suggest workflow improvements.

Skills

Accounting experience

Client communication

Month-end close ownership

Multi-client environment

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

ClickUp

Job description

UpCounting is hiring for a full-cycle accounting role handling a portfolio of eCommerce client files, with 9am–5pm EST overlap. You own the numbers from reconciliations to month-end close and ensure timely delivery.

The role supports 7- to 9-figure brands across North America and beyond, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement. You will work in a remote setup, collaborating with North American clients and cross-border teams.