Accountant (Vacation Rentals Industry) at Howard

, , South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full-Cycle Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Reconciliations, Month-End Close, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Forecasts, U.S. GAAP Compliance, Job Costing, Project Accounting, Budget-to-Actual Analysis, Tax Compliance Support, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Process Improvement, Internal Controls, SAGE

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the role We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive accountant to join our crew. You’ll work alongside a talented team, delivering high-quality reporting, reconciliations, and accounting support that makes a real impact. What you'll do Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, and month-end close. Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash flow forecasts with accuracy. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, proactively addressing discrepancies or concerns. Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget-to-actual analysis as needed. Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, collaborating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests. Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams; provide insights to improve financial operations and reporting. Continuously identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability. Qualifications 3+ years of accounting experience, Strong knowledge of accounting Skilled in SAGE, QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting tools Sharp, adaptable, and detail-oriented Fluent English (B2+) — comfortable chatting with high-profile clients Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST - Monday to friday Works as an independent contractor Benefits Competitive pay – based on experience and role Quarterly performance bonus – tied to team and individual results Unlimited paid time off Remote work – collaborate with a global team from wherever you are 10 paid holidays per year – local or U.S. holidays, your choice Annual performance reviews – with clear feedback and salary discussions Career growth opportunities – we support your development and next steps Learning culture – we value curiosity, feedback, and continuous improvement Supportive team – sharp, friendly people who care about great work

Responsibilities

The role involves managing full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end close, while preparing and analyzing monthly financial statements and forecasts. Responsibilities also include ensuring U.S. GAAP compliance, supporting tax documentation, and building strong relationships with stakeholders.