Technical Automation Specialist (accounting Automations + Ai)

ZA, South Africa

Job Description

Location: Philippines, Latin America, South Africa (100% Remote)

Employment Type: Full-time Independent Contractor (exclusive commitment)

Compensation: $2,000-$2,500 USD per month (commensurate with experience & capability)

About the Job


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Step into the engine room of modern accounting operations. As a Technical Automation Specialist, you'll architect, build, and maintain automation systems that power high-performing US accounting teams.


You'll streamline workflows, connect platforms, eliminate repetitive work, and introduce practical AI-powered enhancements that make busy accounting teams faster, smarter, and more accurate.


If you're energized by building reliable automations, solving technical puzzles, and turning complex workflows into clean, scalable systems--this is the role where your expertise will directly improve how firms operate every day.

About the Role


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You'll work closely with US accounting leaders to map processes, design integrations, and build production-ready automations across tools like Karbon, QuickBooks, Gusto, Slack, Salesforce, PandaDoc, and more.


You will not be creating prototypes--you'll be deploying automations that real firms rely on. Expect a mix of integration logic, API troubleshooting, workflow design, and light AI-based automation support.


This role blends technical skill, structured thinking, documentation excellence, and crisp communication.

What You'll Do


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Design, build, and maintain automated workflows using Zapier, n8n, and/or Make (Integromat) Connect and integrate accounting systems (QuickBooks, Karbon, Gusto, PandaDoc, Salesforce, etc.) with business applications Support AI-enabled automations (OpenAI/Claude API calls, prompt-based processing, text classification/parsing) Troubleshoot automation failures, webhook behavior, authentication issues, and REST API connections Document every build clearly using internal templates, diagrams, and Loom walkthroughs Collaborate with US accounting teams to identify process gaps and automation opportunities Test and validate automations for reliability, scale, error handling, and edge cases Maintain organized records of workflows, assets, and technical notes Provide weekly progress updates, notes, and improvement recommendations

What You'll Bring


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Technical Skills You'll Use


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Automation & Integration

Zapier (preferred), n8n, Make (Integromat) Webhooks, JSON, REST APIs Conditional logic, filters, loops, branching logic

Accounting/Business Stack

QBO, Karbon, PandaDoc, Gusto, Salesforce

Data & Collaboration

Google Sheets (advanced formulas, array logic, scripts) Airtable, Slack, Notion

AI Tools (Nice-to-have)

OpenAI API, Claude API, LangChain, Relevance AI

Core Competencies

Logical workflow design System documentation Testing, debugging, QA Clear technical communication

Qualifications


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2+ years experience in automation building, API integration, or technical systems support Strong understanding of data flow, triggers, filters, and automation logic Comfortable working with JSON, webhook structures, and REST API endpoints Excellent English communication--clear documentation + professional client-facing messaging Highly organized, reliable, and detail-focused Proactive communicator who flags blockers early Good understanding of secure data handling practices

Nice-to-Have:



Experience supporting accounting or finance workflows Exposure to AI-driven automation (API calls, summarization, parsing) Portfolio of automation builds

Work Hours & Requirements


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Remote position with 4-5 hours minimum overlap with 9am-5pm EST Reliable high-speed internet (minimum 25 Mbps) Backup connectivity/power preferred Professional workspace suitable for client calls Comfortable on Zoom, Slack, Google Meet, Loom

What Success Looks Like


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You translate workflow diagrams into clean, scalable, production-ready automations Your builds are stable, logically structured, and easy to review You communicate clearly, manage expectations, and deliver predictably You proactively spot inefficiencies and propose smarter automation solutions You maintain exceptional documentation--every automation is understandable to future users

Growth & Opportunity


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High-performing Automation Specialists will have opportunities to grow into:

Lead Automation Engineer Solutions Architect Client Implementation Manager AI Automation Lead

You'll gain exposure to real-world automation and AI use cases across dozens of accounting tech stacks--building a rare and in-demand technical skillset.

Application Process


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Application & Prescreening - include an Automation Portfolio, Links or screenshots of completed automations (Zapier, n8n, Make) Skills & Aptitude Assessment Profile and Pre-interview Preparation - 1-2 minute video and include one automation you're proud of Client Interview Employment Offer and Onboarding

Ready to take the next step? Your next big career move starts here!


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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1597356
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    ZA, South Africa
  • Education
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