Job Description

About the Company

A nimble and growing U.S. accounting services firm run by two experienced partners.

They have built and grown multiple companies in the past and have experience both as corporate CFO and private equity.

This is their first full-time remote hire, and they're committed to building a long-term relationship with a reliable and professional team member. They've previously worked with resources in the U.K. and are now looking for a more direct, high-quality hire.

Mission & Impact

Fairlane provides accounting and back office support to growing service and software businesses. This role is essential for supporting the business's operations and growth by handling both daily bookkeeping functions and more advanced accounting responsibilities. The right candidate will ensure accurate financial records, contribute to month-end processes, and provide occasional client-facing support as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Perform bookkeeping and data entry tasks, including billing, invoicing, AP/AR Perform complex billing processes Assist with monthly accruals, journal entries, and month-end close processes Prepare question lists and communicate with clients Maintain accurate financial records and generate basic financial reports Join client meetings or support communications as needed Ensure adherence to best practices and accounting standards

Must-Have Qualifications

Strong written and spoken English; able to join client calls confidently Proven experience in bookkeeping or as a staff accountant and

expertise in commonly used accounting systems

Strong attention to detail, top-notch accuracy, and organizational skills Proficiency in accruals, journal entries, and month-end processes Experience working with

small to mid-sized businesses

(non-public accounting) Dedicated full-time availability; not open to side gigs or multiple job holders Must be willing to work with US hours (EST/EDT)

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent qualification Chartered Accountant designation (junior level welcome) Experience with U.S.-based clients or familiarity with U.S. GAAP Expertise in Quickbooks Online Ability to work as a contractor

KPIs / Success Metrics

Timeliness and

accuracy

of data entry and bookkeeping and month-end close tasks Clear, professional communication in both internal and client interactions

High responsiveness

and reliability during work hours

Ideal Candidate Profile

A high-end bookkeeper or staff accountant seeking stable, full-time remote work Alternatively, a junior Chartered Accountant comfortable with both data entry and higher-level tasks.

Open to someone who can grow into a manager over a 2-year timeframe

Professional, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing team

Process & Timeline

Initial screening call Technical interview with sample task Final interview with the business partner
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1500-2500 USD / month, or equivalent, based on experience & performance

Benefits:

Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R26000,00 - R44000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote