Accountant
Somewhere
πΏπ¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R55,500 β R74,000 ZAR. This role is suited for senior-level professionals. 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
Role: AccountantPriority Location: Prefer South America, but will consider PH, SA, LATAM
Working Hours: US hours
Type of contract:Independent Contractor
Type of job:Remote
Start date:ASAP
About the Company:Startup company -Documentation platform built for modern engineering teams and AI. By turning your Git-backed MDX files into beautiful, high-converting websites with interactive API playgrounds and smart search, we handle the infrastructure so you can focus on the content. We value learning velocity, grit, and unapologetically unique personalities.
About the Role:Bring role in-house. Manage closeout processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Month-End Close
* Own the monthly, accounting close process for the company and all subsidiaries
* Prepare and post journal entries, including revenue recognition, accruals, and prepayments
* Accurately classify all revenue and expenses
* Reconcile P&L and balance sheet and investigate and resolve variances
* Produce accurate and timely financial statements and supporting schedules for management review
Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
* Manage AR for all companies
* Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances in a timely manner
* Reconcile AR sub-ledger to the general ledger monthly
* Process vendor invoices across all entities ensuring proper approval and on time payments
Payroll
* Process commissions and payroll accurately and on schedule across all entities
* Reconcile payroll accounts monthly and ensure proper recording of payroll journal entries
General Responsibilities
* Tax Preparation Support; assist with tax preparation across all entities, coordinating with external tax advisors as needed
* Maintain consistency in accounting policies and procedures across all entities
* Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive efficiency across the accounting function
Qualifications:
* 4β6+ years of accounting experience, with multi-entity experience strongly preferred
* Strong Excel skills and comfort working across large volumes of data
* Solid understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition standards, and general ledger accounting
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
* Strong communicator who can work cross-functionally with subsidiary leadership and corporate stakeholders
Nice to have:
* Experience in a venture-backed, or multi-entity environment
* Experience working with software and technology companies
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Tips for South African Applicants
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.
Salary in Context
At R55,500/month, this role pays well above the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($3,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
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.
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 Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 748 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β