Staff Accountant
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Staff Accountant
Location:RemoteReports to:Accounting LeadershipEmployment Type:Full-time
Role Overview
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting operations across our property management portfolio. This role will primarily focus on accounting activity within Yardi, with exposure to Entrata and RealPage during transition periods. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-system environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform day-to-day accounting support for assigned properties/portfolios
* Maintain and update accounting records inYardiand other systems as needed
* Support monthly close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and reporting
* Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks as assigned
* Review financial data for accuracy and completeness
* Work collaboratively with internal teams and client contacts as needed
* Support transition work as properties move between systems
* Ensure timely completion of assigned accounting tasks and deadlines
* Follow internal controls, documentation standards, and client requirements
Required Qualifications
* 2+ years of accounting experience preferred
* Experience with property management accounting strongly preferred
* Working knowledge ofYardirequired or highly preferred
* Experience withEntrataand/orRealPageis a strong plus
* Strong understanding of general accounting principles
* High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
* Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Comfortable working in a remote, cross-functional environment
Preferred Qualifications
* Prior experience working with U.S.-based companies
* Multi-entity or portfolio accounting experience
* Experience supporting month-end close and reconciliations
* Exposure to outsourced or third-party property management operations
Work Expectations
* Must be available to work U.S. business hours
* Must have reliable internet and own equipment
* Must be comfortable working in secure systems and following data confidentiality requirements
What Success Looks Like
* Accurate and timely accounting support
* Strong ownership of assigned tasks
* Ability to learn internal processes quickly
* Reliable support during portfolio transitions
* Clear communication and dependable follow-through
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
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.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — 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 828 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →