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Accounting Expert
Remote (Global)
$50 – $80/hr
May 13, 2026
Job description
Join the team as an Accounting / Finance Management Specialist responsible for overseeing financial processes and maintaining strong accounting practices in a remote-first environment.
This role focuses on financial operations, reporting accuracy, budgeting, forecasting, and financial process improvement using Akaunting and related accounting systems.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including:
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- General ledger reconciliations
- Month-end closing activities
Use Akaunting and related accounting platforms to manage financial workflows
Prepare, review, and analyze:
- Financial statements
- Financial reports
- Accounting records
to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
Develop and implement best practices for:
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Financial planning
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve accounting and finance workflows
Monitor:
- Cash flow
- Expense tracking
- Financial performance metrics
Provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and operational performance
Ensure compliance with:
- Accounting standards
- Tax regulations
- Internal company policies
Communicate financial insights clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Related field
Minimum 3 years of accounting or finance management experience
Strong understanding of:
- Accounting principles
- Financial reporting standards
- Cash flow management
Experience with:
- Akaunting
- Cloud-based accounting software
- Financial management systems
Strong:
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
Ability to work independently in remote and fast-paced environments
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as:
- CPA
- CMA
- ACCA
Experience supporting:
- SaaS companies
- Technology-driven organizations
Background in:
- Process improvement
- Workflow automation
- Financial systems optimization
Additional Information
This role is ideal for finance professionals interested in combining accounting expertise, operational finance management, and process optimization within modern remote-first organizations.
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