Staff Accountant 2 - 39599246731

Somewhere; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven software company is seeking a Staff Accountant to manage financial operations remotely. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in SaaS accounting, deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, and proficiency in QuickBooks Online. Responsibilities include managing billing, tracking revenue metrics, and ensuring compliance. This role offers autonomy in a fast-paced environment with a focus on impactful finance operations.

Benefits

Remote-first environment

Autonomy and clear ownership

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping, preferably in B2B SaaS.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Own the bookkeeping process using QuickBooks Online.
• Manage customer invoices and billing schedules.
• Conduct AR follow-ups and liaise with customers.

Skills

Accounting/bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Expert in QuickBooks Online

Experience with Ramp and Maxio

Proficient in Excel

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Ramp

Maxio

HubSpot

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Staff Accountant

Bookkeeper / SaaS Accountant
Location: Remote (South Africa preferred)
Compensation: $1,800 - $2,300 / month
Industry: B2B SaaS / Enterprise Software
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday (U.S. timezone alignment preferred)

About the Role

A mission-driven U.S.-based software company is seeking a highly experienced Bookkeeper / SaaS Accountant to take full ownership of its financial operations. You'll be stepping into a critical role, replacing an outsourced accounting function and becoming the cornerstone of the company's internal finance operations.

This is more than a typical bookkeeping role - you'll be deeply involved in managing recurring revenue, supporting SaaS-specific metrics, integrating financial systems, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and ASC 606. It's a fantastic opportunity for someone with SaaS industry accounting experience and a passion for data accuracy, automation, and growth-stage financial stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full bookkeeping process using QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Maxio
• Generate and manage customer invoices and recurring billing schedules
• Manage accounts payable, T&E, and expense tracking (via tools like Ramp)
• Conduct AR follow-ups and liaise directly with customers when necessary
• Maintain and reconcile deferred revenue schedules and ensure accurate revenue recognition
• Track ARR, MRR, churn, retention, and other SaaS-specific metrics
• Organize and maintain financial documentation including contracts, SOWs, and order forms
• Handle month-end close, financial reconciliations, and internal reporting
• Collaborate on budgets, forecasting, and cash flow projections
• Integrate and optimize workflows across systems (QBO, HubSpot, Maxio, RevOps)
• Generate dashboards and reports on SaaS KPIs (LTV, CAC, NRR, CAC payback, GM, etc.)
• Support board and investor reporting and due diligence with clean, defensible reporting

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3-5 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience, preferably in a B2B SaaS or tech company
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC 606 revenue recognition principles
• Expert in QuickBooks Online (QBO)
• Experience with Ramp, Maxio, and other modern accounting tools
• Comfortable integrating CRMs like HubSpot with financial systems
• Highly proficient in Excel, with working knowledge of PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, and accuracy under deadlines
• Excellent written and spoken English communication
• Able to work independently and handle complex workflows in a remote, fast-paced setting

Tools & Tech Environment

• QuickBooks Online (GL)
• Ramp (AP & Expense Management)
• Maxio (revenue subledger)
• HubSpot (CRM)
• RevOps / CPQ tools
• Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Slack / Zoom

Why This Role?

• Become the financial backbone of a fast-growing, purpose-driven SaaS company
• Work in a remote-first environment with autonomy and clear ownership
• Drive real impact through system integration, reporting, and strategic insight
• Get involved in end-to-end finance operations beyond traditional bookkeeping
• Join a team passionate about building tools that empower communities

If you're a systems-savvy, detail-loving SaaS accountant ready to take the reins of a company's financial operations, we'd love to hear from you.