Accounting Manager – E-commerce, Consumer Brands

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Take charge of the month-end closing process and financial reporting.

• Oversee inventory accounting, including reconciliation between subledger and GL, write-offs, and accuracy checks.

• Supervise accounts payable/accounts receivable processes, bill payments, and payroll entries.

• Prepare and review comprehensive financial packages, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and trend analyses.

• Offer financial insights and recommendations to clients.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing calls, presentations, and ongoing communication.

• Manage and mentor a team of 1–2 bookkeepers.

• Maintain a portfolio of 5–6 clients per pod.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of full-cycle accounting experience.

• At least 2 years of experience in a multi-client, outsourced, or consulting environment.

• Demonstrated ability to manage accounting processes from start to finish (Controller-level capability).

• Experience in managing 1–2 direct reports, specifically bookkeepers.

• Strong client-facing skills, including experience with calls, presentations, and communication.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

• Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online.

• Significant experience in e-commerce accounting.

• Practical experience with Shopify and Amazon reconciliations.

• Proven capability to independently manage the entire accounting cycle.

• Strong understanding of financial statements, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.

• Direct ownership of inventory accounting, rather than just exposure.

• Excellent client communication skills for video calls and presentations.

• Experience managing multiple clients at once.

• Advanced skills in Excel.

• Familiarity with NetSuite is a plus.

• Knowledge of fintech and accounting tools such as Bill.com, Ramp, Mercury, Rho, Settle, Wayflyer, Gusto, Deel, and JustWorks.

• Experience with various inventory systems, including CIN7, Fishbowl, Katana, and ApparelMagic.

• Experience with wholesale tools, with SPS Commerce being a strong advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Access to a **$200K+ perk marketplace** with discounts on over 150 global services.

• Option to **withdraw up to 50% of approved earnings** before payday.