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Finance & Accounting Analyst (Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity Experience Preferred) - 60123

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R2,000 - 3,200 monthly

Job Description - Finance & Accounting Analyst (Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity Experience Preferred) - 60123

Job Title: Finance & Accounting Analyst

Location: Fully Remote

Schedule: Full-Time 9AM - 5PM EST (Aligned with U.S. Business Hours)

Compensation: $2000 - $3200

Experience Level: Senior (5–8 Years)


About the Company


Our client is a Smart Building Technology company pioneering advanced smart glass and window systems for homes and buildings. Their innovative products enable solar-powered smart-glass functionality without the need for external power or electrical installation.


As the company scales, they are investing in building a more robust, efficient, and future-proof financial infrastructure. This role will play a critical part in modernizing back-office operations while supporting strategic financial decision-making.


Role Overview


The Finance & Accounting Analyst will serve as a key contributor across both financial strategy and core accounting operations. This role is responsible for owning financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis, while also supporting day-to-day accounting functions.


This is a high-impact, senior-level role designed to strengthen financial visibility, improve processes, and support leadership with data-driven insights—especially as the company undergoes an ERP transition and broader operational restructuring.


Key Responsibilities


Financial Modeling & Analysis



  • Build, maintain, and optimize financial models for forecasting and strategic planning

  • Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights into financial performance

  • Deliver data-driven recommendations to support executive decision-making

  • Develop forecasting frameworks to improve financial visibility and planning accuracy


Strategic Finance Support



  • Assist in restructuring and strengthening the back-office finance function

  • Support cost optimization initiatives and process improvements

  • Help distribute financial responsibilities to de-risk operations and improve scalability

  • Contribute to building a more resilient financial structure to support company growth


ERP Systems & Migration



  • Operate within Microsoft Dynamics for accounting and financial workflows

  • Support the migration from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics

  • Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and continuity during system transition

  • Identify and implement process improvements within the ERP environment


Core Accounting Operations



  • Manage and support full-cycle accounting, including:

    • Accounts Payable (AP)

    • Accounts Receivable (AR)

    • Account Reconciliations

    • Vendor & Customer Setup

    • Journal Entries

    • Month-End Close

    • Financial Statement Preparation



  • Ensure all financial records are accurate, organized, and audit-ready

  • Support payroll processing and cash flow tracking as needed

  • Maintain consistency and accuracy across all financial reporting


Required Qualifications



  • 5–8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial analysis roles

  • Proven experience building and maintaining financial models in Microsoft Excel

  • Strong background in full-cycle accounting operations

  • Solid understanding of U.S. business models and accounting practices

  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

  • High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


Preferred Qualifications



  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems

  • Background in manufacturing, hardware, or technology companies

  • CPA or equivalent certification (nice to have)

  • MBA or equivalent certification (nice to have)

  • Experience with payroll processing, budgeting, and cash flow management


What This Role Offers



  • Opportunity to play a key role in building and modernizing a company’s financial infrastructure

  • Direct impact on financial strategy, forecasting, and operational efficiency

  • Exposure to ERP transformation and system optimization

  • High-ownership role with visibility into leadership decision-making

  • Ability to help shape a scalable and resilient finance function


Ideal Candidate Profile



  • A finance professional who can balance hands-on accounting with strategic analysis

  • Strong financial modeling expertise with the ability to build systems from the ground up

  • Comfortable operating in evolving environments with changing priorities

  • A self-starter who thrives in high-ownership roles

  • Process-oriented with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement


Additional Notes



  • This is a fully remote position

  • The role is designed to reduce reliance on external consultants by bringing financial modeling and strategic capabilities in-house

  • The position plays a critical role in supporting ERP migration and long-term operational scalability

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