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Accountant Asset Manager A312

Pearl

Fully Remote
πŸ“ Remote - Worldwide
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Pearl is open to applicants from South Africa. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β€” whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Renewable Energy, Finance

Fully remote

Full-time

US Time Zones (EST)

Remote (Global)

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

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At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm-we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.

Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy company focused on distributed solar assets. The organization is committed to operational excellence and financial discipline while scaling its portfolio of projects globally.

The Accountant / Asset Manager will oversee full-cycle accounting and administrative support for a portfolio of operating solar energy projects. This role ensures accurate financial records, compliance adherence, and operational consistency across multiple entities. You will support accounting, asset management, and administrative processes while also assisting leadership on ad-hoc operational tasks. This position is ideal for organized, detail-oriented professionals who thrive in process-driven, multi-entity environments and enjoy wearing multiple hats in a dynamic, remote work setting.
* Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records across multiple solar project entities.
* Streamline accounting and asset management processes, improving efficiency and reducing errors.
* Support leadership with administrative and operational tasks to enable strategic focus.
* Ensure timely reporting to lenders, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
* Contribute to the long-term financial health and operational discipline of the organization..
Accounting & Asset Management - 75%
* Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple project entities, including journal entries, AP/AR, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
* Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, including accruals, depreciation, and fixed asset management.
* Prepare financial statements and reports for ownership, lenders, and auditors.
* Reconcile bank, cash, and intercompany accounts and investigate discrepancies.
* Maintain project bank accounts and execute routine disbursements for O&M, leases, utilities, insurance, and taxes.
Administrative & Operational Support - 25%
* Coordinate regulatory and organizational filings (LLC reports, REC retirements, compliance notices).
* Serve as liaison with utilities, O&M providers, and other project counterparties.
* Assist leadership with marketing, proposals, prospecting, and general operational tasks.
* Support light commercial and contract administration activities related to PPAs, site leases, and project agreements.
* 3-5+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
* Full-cycle accounting expertise (AP, AR, reconciliations, fixed assets, monthly close).
* Strong understanding of GAAP and double-entry bookkeeping.
* Experience managing multiple entities or projects simultaneously.
* Excellent attention to detail and process discipline.
* Ability to independently manage recurring deadlines.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience in renewable energy, real estate, or project finance.
* Project management and workflow organization skills.
* NetSuite (or other ERP/accounting software), Microsoft Excel, Document management/cloud storage tools, Email and communication tools (Outlook, Teams, Zoom)
* Familiarity with automation tools, workflow management software
* Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
* Remote Work: Fully remote-work from anywhere
* Performance Bonus: Based on data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and overall sales efficiency
* Team Incentives: Recognition for maintaining 100% CRM hygiene and on-time reporting
* Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
* Health Coverage for PH-based talents: HMO coverage after 3 months for full-time employees
* Direct Mentorship: Guidance from international industry experts
* Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
* Global Networking: Connect with professionals worldwide
* Application
* Screening
* Skills Assessment
* Top-grading Interview
* Client Interview
* Job Offer
* Client Onboarding
If this role aligns with your skills and goals, apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

Even without a listed salary, international remote roles typically pay 2-3x more than equivalent local positions in South Africa due to the exchange rate advantage.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards β€” use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Pearl

Pearl is a company in the manager industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 2 open positions on Hirezar. View all Pearl jobs β†’