Assistant Controller 18621
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role: Assistant Controller
Priority Location: South Africa
Working Hours: PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Type of contract: Independent Contractor
Type of job: Remote
Salary Range: Up to $2000/month
The final offer is at the clients discretion and will depend on the candidates interview result skills and experience.
About the Role: As an Assistant Controller you will take ownership of core accounting functions including bookkeeping financial reporting and preparation workflows. This role is centered on execution accuracy and operational support rather than strategic decision-making ensuring financial data is organized reliable and actionable.
You will act as a key support function to senior leadership enabling higher-level strategic focus by managing day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on role requiring strong ownership of accounting processes attention to detail and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced remote-first environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Own bookkeeping for multiple investment entities including bank reconciliations and transaction recording
- Review third-party property manager financials for accuracy and completeness
- Perform budget vs. actual analysis using Excel
- Maintain and update the Juniper Square investor portal (financials valuations reporting data)
- Assist with tax preparation processes including K-1 allocation templates (no U.S. tax expertise required)
- Prepare and distribute investor reports after internal approval
- Support general accounting operations and financial organization
Qualifications & Skills
Hard Skills:
- 46 years of experience in accounting or finance roles
- Proven experience in real estate accounting
- Strong Excel skills (intermediate to advanced level required)
- Experience with bookkeeping reconciliations and financial reporting
- Familiarity with financial analysis (budget vs. actuals)
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Juniper Square or similar investor reporting platforms
- Exposure to property management accounting workflows
- Experience supporting tax preparation processes (K-1s allocations)
Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Organized and process-driven mindset
- Clear written communication skills (client-facing exposure is minimal)
- Proactive and reliable with strong ownership of tasks
