Part-time Book Keeper (Africa)

This is a remote position.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking to engage a Part-Time Bookkeeper to support our finance operations by maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in QuickBooks. This role is specifically scoped to provide bookkeeping maintenance and reporting support and does not include bill payments or full-service bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented comfortable working independently and able to provide clear financial updates for internal and investor reporting.

Scope of Work (Core Responsibilities)

• Update and maintain QuickBooks regularly ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.
  

• Categorize expenses and income accurately within QuickBooks.
  

• Reconcile accounts as required to maintain clean books.
  

• Prepare basic financial summaries and investor updates based on QuickBooks data.
  

• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
  

• Flag discrepancies missing entries or inconsistencies for review.
  

Additional / Optional Responsibilities (Added Advantage)

• Support basic tax-related tasks (e.g. preparation support VAT or withholding summaries).
  

• Assist with tracking SaaS subscriptions and recurring software expenses.
  

Requirements

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
  

• Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years of accounting experience preferably in a startup or small business environment.
  

• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in accounting software (i.e QuickBooks Zoho Books) and advanced Excel skills. Experience working as a 1099 consultant is a plus.
  

• Compliance & Tax Support: Ensure compliance with federal state and local tax regulations supporting tax filings and audits as needed.
  

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes reduce errors and increase efficiency. Implement changes where needed to ensure scalability as the company grows.
  

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail in financial reporting reconciliations and analysis.
  

• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying potential issues and providing solutions before they escalate.
  

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
  

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with startups investors or SaaS-enabled businesses.
  

• Familiarity with procurement or logistics environments.
  

• Knowledge of basic tax processes (added advantage).
  

• Strong understanding of financial reporting requirements and tax regulations. Expertise in U.S. tax laws with specific knowledge of Georgia tax regulations.
  

• A solid understanding of US GAAP is a plus.
  

Benefits

• Budget and hours aligned with a part-time maintenance-focused role.
  
• Role is remote and deliverable-driven.