Staff Accountant

Khulas - Finance & Accounting Partners; Durban; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A finance and accounting firm in South Africa is seeking a fully remote staff accountant to support small businesses with their accounting needs. This independent contractor position offers flexible working hours and the chance to gain U.S. accounting exposure. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 4 years of experience. Knowledge of QuickBooks and proficiency in G Suite and Excel are preferred.

Benefits

Exposure to U.S. standards of accounting

Career development & training

Flexible working hours

Community and team spirit

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Access to a computer, webcam, reliable internet connection.
• Private, quiet space for video conferencing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records through bookkeeping.
• Manage customer invoicing and billing.
• Execute accounts payable functions including payments.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits.

Skills

General bookkeeping

Customer invoicing

Collections efforts

Accounts payable functions

Financial reporting

Payroll processing

Tax compliance

Financial platform integrations

Audit coordination

Education

Completed Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

G Suite

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant (Permanent Contractor Position)

Job type: 40 hours/week

Pay: R 30,000 /month

Independent Contractor Notice: This position is classified as an independent contractor and does not include medical coverage, retirement benefits, or paid leave. As an independent contractor you will be responsible for withholding and filing your own taxes.

About Khulas

At Khulas Finance & Accounting Partners, we pride ourselves on delivering world class accounting and finance services to American startups and small businesses. We are a team of international finance experts who offer the ability to work remotely from anywhere in South Africa. It is our mission to assist CEOs/CFOs based in the U.S. with all their accounting and bookkeeping needs.

Summary

We are seeking a fully remote, staff accountant to join our expanding accounting team, where you’d be supporting a wide range of small businesses with their accounting and finance needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general bookkeeping tasks to maintain accurate financial records.
• Manage customer invoicing, ensuring timely and accurate billing.
• Execute collections efforts.
• Responsible for vendor invoicing and payment processing.
• Execute all components of the accounts payable functions.
• Facilitate month-end close processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with drafting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Administer payroll processing and related activities.
• Serve as a liaison for tax-related matters and compliance.
• Manage financial platform integrations for streamlined operations.
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Degree in Accounting or Finance
• A minimum of 4 years experience
<>Access to a computer, webcam, reliable internet connection and a private, quiet space for video conference calls. We require a minimum Ookla speed test of 60 upload and 30 download.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAIPA or SAICA articles
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Experience with multiple clients
• Advanced knowledge in G Suite, Excel

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to gain exposure to U.S. standards of accounting and finance, making you more marketable for future international employment opportunities
• Career development & training in the latest software on the market
• Flexible working hours from a remote location
• Critical early member of a rapidly growing startup team

And finally, our team spirit and culture! We cultivate an environment of community, connection and collaboration