Job Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic Assistant Accountant to join our team and vitalize our finance operations by blending core accounting with high-impact product costing and commercial analysis. This multifaceted role offers the perfect canvas to showcase your advanced Excel skills and strong accounting fundamentals as you maintain precise records, manage inventory data, and drive profitability insights. Working independently during US business hours, you will collaborate with a supportive team that truly values your analytical expertise and attention to detail. If you are ready to elevate your finance career in a position where your contributions directly influence business decisions, we would love to hear from you.

Schedule:

US Timezone

Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reconciliations

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts across multiple entities.
• Reconcile work-in-progress (WIP), project, asset, liability, and clearing accounts.
• Maintain supporting schedules and reconciliation documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Support audit preparation and provide required documentation.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and account balances.

Fixed Assets & Financial Reporting

• Maintain and update the fixed asset register.
• Process asset additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation schedules.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Support financial analysis and reporting requirements.
• Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant with company policies.

Product Costing & Pricing

• Maintain and update product cost sheets and pricing models.
• Analyze product, project, and program costs.
• Calculate margins, profitability, and cost variances.
• Assist in developing and maintaining pricing structures.
• Prepare costing reports and support commercial decision-making.
• Monitor estimated versus actual costs and investigate variances.

Inventory, Purchasing & Billing Support

• Create and maintain item master records.
• Update product cost values within company systems.
• Manage and maintain price lists.
• Create purchase orders and support procurement-related activities.
• Issue customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Review supplier invoices and validate pricing accuracy.
• Investigate discrepancies and coordinate corrections where required.

General Finance Support

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Support process improvement initiatives and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve accounting and costing issues.
• Assist the Finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, assistant accounting, cost accounting, or management accounting.
• Strong experience with:
• Bank reconciliations
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Intercompany reconciliations
• Month-end close activities
• Product costing and pricing analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work full-time during US business hours.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, retail, logistics, or product-based businesses.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Experience with inventory accounting and inventory valuation.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• CPA qualification or progress toward certification is advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Financial accounting expertise
• Cost accounting and profitability analysis
• Reconciliation and audit support
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Commercial and analytical mindset
• Time management and prioritization
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note:

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. We will set your hourly pay rate based on your performance in the application process. Submissions that meet all requirements will receive priority review.