Administrator - Accountant
Description:
• Keller is an international executive recruitment company seeking an Administrator with strong accounting background.
• This role involves working with US-based financial operations and collaborating with an American CPA firm.
• Currently weighted 70% administration and 30% accounting, with opportunities for the accounting portion to grow over time.
• We're looking for a high-energy, ambitious individual who will thrive in our friendly, dynamic team culture.
• Responsibilities:
• Administrative Duties (70%):
• Manage and respond to email inquiries with professional and timely communication
• Handle calendar management and scheduling
• Support various administrative tasks and special projects
• Track deliverables and maintain project deadlines
• Assist with internal and external communication
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Coordinate team activities and support operations
• Some evening work required (up to 7pm) to assist with time-sensitive tasks
• Accounting Duties (30%):
• Manage US company accounting operations using Xero/QuickBooks
• Collaborate with US-based CPA on tax-related matters
• Support audit processes and maintain required documentation
• Assist with financial forecasting and strategic planning
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for decision-making
• Handle bookkeeping, accounts payable, and receivable
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Help develop financial strategies based on data analysis
Requirements:
• Proven experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and basic bookkeeping tasks.
• Experience handling email correspondence and responding to client inquiries in a professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated curiosity and initiative to learn—must be tech-focused, with a keen interest in developing new skills.
• Willingness to work longer hours when needed, with appropriate compensation.
• Hungry for growth, both in business acumen and personal development, with a demonstrated history of self-driven learning through courses, training, or personal projects.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software
• Previous experience with audit processes and documentation
• Understanding of financial forecasting and strategic planning
• High energy and drive for excellence
• Career-focused mindset with clear ambition for growth
• Exceptional work ethic and commitment to quality
• Ability to work some evenings (up to 7pm) when required
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Tech-savvy with digital literacy across various platforms
• Administrative Excellence: Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities
• Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze data and contribute to strategic planning
• Software Proficiency: Expert in Xero/QuickBooks and business applications
• Audit Experience: Familiar with audit processes and requirements
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for international collaboration
• Initiative: Self-starter mentality with proactive problem-solving approach
• Time Management: Expert ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines
Benefits:
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Work from home setup
• Flexible hours to maintain work-life balance
• Some evening work required (up to 7pm)
• Professional Growth
• Experience in a rapidly growing organization
• Direct exposure to US markets and international business operations
• Opportunity to expand accounting responsibilities over time
• Hands-on learning and skill development
• Company Culture
• Flat management structure - direct access to decision-makers
• Friendly, collaborative team in South Africa
• Open communication environment
• No bureaucracy or rigid hierarchies
• Results-oriented approach
• Compensation and Benefits:
• Health insurance
• All South African public holidays.
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities
Apply Now
• Keller is an international executive recruitment company seeking an Administrator with strong accounting background.
• This role involves working with US-based financial operations and collaborating with an American CPA firm.
• Currently weighted 70% administration and 30% accounting, with opportunities for the accounting portion to grow over time.
• We're looking for a high-energy, ambitious individual who will thrive in our friendly, dynamic team culture.
• Responsibilities:
• Administrative Duties (70%):
• Manage and respond to email inquiries with professional and timely communication
• Handle calendar management and scheduling
• Support various administrative tasks and special projects
• Track deliverables and maintain project deadlines
• Assist with internal and external communication
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Coordinate team activities and support operations
• Some evening work required (up to 7pm) to assist with time-sensitive tasks
• Accounting Duties (30%):
• Manage US company accounting operations using Xero/QuickBooks
• Collaborate with US-based CPA on tax-related matters
• Support audit processes and maintain required documentation
• Assist with financial forecasting and strategic planning
• Prepare financial reports and analyses for decision-making
• Handle bookkeeping, accounts payable, and receivable
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Help develop financial strategies based on data analysis
Requirements:
• Proven experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and basic bookkeeping tasks.
• Experience handling email correspondence and responding to client inquiries in a professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated curiosity and initiative to learn—must be tech-focused, with a keen interest in developing new skills.
• Willingness to work longer hours when needed, with appropriate compensation.
• Hungry for growth, both in business acumen and personal development, with a demonstrated history of self-driven learning through courses, training, or personal projects.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software
• Previous experience with audit processes and documentation
• Understanding of financial forecasting and strategic planning
• High energy and drive for excellence
• Career-focused mindset with clear ambition for growth
• Exceptional work ethic and commitment to quality
• Ability to work some evenings (up to 7pm) when required
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Tech-savvy with digital literacy across various platforms
• Administrative Excellence: Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities
• Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze data and contribute to strategic planning
• Software Proficiency: Expert in Xero/QuickBooks and business applications
• Audit Experience: Familiar with audit processes and requirements
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for international collaboration
• Initiative: Self-starter mentality with proactive problem-solving approach
• Time Management: Expert ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines
Benefits:
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Work from home setup
• Flexible hours to maintain work-life balance
• Some evening work required (up to 7pm)
• Professional Growth
• Experience in a rapidly growing organization
• Direct exposure to US markets and international business operations
• Opportunity to expand accounting responsibilities over time
• Hands-on learning and skill development
• Company Culture
• Flat management structure - direct access to decision-makers
• Friendly, collaborative team in South Africa
• Open communication environment
• No bureaucracy or rigid hierarchies
• Results-oriented approach
• Compensation and Benefits:
• Health insurance
• All South African public holidays.
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities
Apply Now