[Hiring] Accounting Manager / Controller @Somewhere

Role Description

We are looking for an experienced accountant based in South Africa to own our day-to-day accounting function. You will work remotely during US Eastern business hours and directly with our CFO, with no layers between you and the people making decisions.

This role exists because our multi-entity structure has outgrown ad hoc support. We need one owner for the monthly close, the accounting operation, and the recurring reporting that owners, lenders, and investors rely on.

What you will own

• Own the close:
  • Ensure the books are accurate, reconciliations are complete, and monthly financial statements are delivered on time.
  • Run the monthly close across multiple entities and prepare financial statements for CFO review.
  • Complete bank, debt, and intercompany reconciliations.
  • Keep the close calendar and inform the CFO early when something will slip.
• Own the accounting operation:
  • Handle the mechanics that keep the organization running.
  • Route and code invoices, set up vendors, and answer payment status questions.
  • Prepare and queue payments for CFO review; the CFO approves and releases all payments.
  • Record intercompany activity and maintain debt and loan schedules.
  • Prepare payroll for CFO approval.
  • Perform property-level accounting for the properties we manage.
  • Coordinate day to day with our US-based outside accounting and tax providers.
• Own the recurring reporting:
  • Produce reports that owners, lenders, and investors rely on, making them faster and more useful over time.
  • Prepare monthly owner reporting packages for managed properties.
  • Prepare lender compliance reporting and investor compliance reporting for our funds.
  • Maintain the cash forecast and loan portfolio tracking.
  • Assemble audit support and tax workpapers for our outside CPAs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• BCom Accounting, BAcc, or equivalent degree; CTA or postgraduate diploma in accounting is a plus.
• CA(SA) designation as a SAICA member preferred; candidates who have completed SAICA training (articles) or hold the SAIPA Professional Accountant (SA) designation will also be considered.
• Multi-entity real estate accounting experience, including intercompany activity.
• Property management accounting experience, including owner reporting.
• Knowledge of US GAAP or strong IFRS experience ready to apply US GAAP; experience supporting US clients is a strong plus.
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online.
• Experience with Bill.com or a similar payables platform is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and communicate clearly in writing and on video calls.
• Comfortable using AI tools in daily work.
• Reliable broadband, backup power (such as an inverter or UPS), and a backup internet connection for working during load shedding or outages.

Requirements

• Remote work based in South Africa.
• Full-time, US Eastern business hours (9:00 to 17:00 ET).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.