Job Description
ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa is a global BPO - not a recruitment agency - partnering with a USA-based client in the wellness industry.
Our client is a dynamic wellness organisation experiencing rapid growth and seeking a technical financial professional to elevate their back-office operations. We are seeking an Accountant with advanced analytical and reporting capabilities to support their financial planning and strategic decision-making. This is a back end, technical role focused on analysis and insights - not clerical or transactional work. You’ll be equally comfortable managing complex spreadsheets, variance analysis, and financial modelling whilst supporting leadership with actionable financial intelligence.
Important: Applicants must have strong accounting experience and advanced Excel capability - candidates without it will not be considered.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Working Hours: This role requires you to work USA hours Mon – Fri from 9 am to 6 pm EST (3:00 PM to 00:00 AM South African time); however, these hours are subject to change depending on daylight savings.
- Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
- Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.
- Work Environment: This is a fully remote working role.
- Public Holidays: You will be required to work on all South African public holidays (compensated as per BCEA).
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the full-cycle general ledger and monthly close process
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and maintain the trial balance
- Manage balance sheet accounts, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and lease accounting
- Prepare and analyze monthly P&L variance reports, providing clear insights into financial performance
- Handle expense allocations across departments, locations, and cost centers
- Support cash flow forecasting and budget vs. actual analysis
- Assist with ad-hoc financial modeling and reporting for leadership decision-making
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
- Continuously improve accounting processes and systems
Requirements:
Several years of progressive accounting experience
Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting processes
Proven experience with:
- Monthly close and general ledger management
- P&L variance analysis
- Cash flow forecasting and basic FP&A support
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modeling)
Tech-savvy with the ability to learn and adapt to new accounting systems
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial data clearly
Advantageous:
- Experience working with multi-entity or multi-location businesses
- Exposure to US-based companies or international clients
- Experience with modern accounting platforms and automation tools
Who You Are:
- A proactive and resourceful problem-solver
- Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture mindset
- A strong communicator who can translate numbers into insights
- Collaborative, positive, and eager to grow within a fast-paced environment
If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
