Senior Accountant (QuickBooks)

Senior Accountant– exciting remote opportunity!

SAPRO is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong QuickBooks expertise for a 6–12 month independent contractor engagement with one of our clients. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment, maintains exceptional attention to detail, and works efficiently without compromising accuracy. You will consistently deliver high-quality work and excellent client service, with strong follow-through and uncompromising quality standards being critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Record accounting transactions and prepare trial balances and financial statements

Perform audit procedures over cash, A/R, A/P, inventory, fixed assets, prepaid and accrued expenses, debt, and income statement accounts

Prepare tax returns and supporting work papers accurately and efficiently

Apply a working knowledge of applicable tax laws and regulations

Demonstrate familiarity with FASB, AICPA, and GASB standards

Understand and adhere to AICPA rules, regulations, and code of ethics

Interpret and apply relevant IRC sections and regulations

Meet chargeable hour targets with accurate time and record keeping

Demonstrate a solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting processes

Manage multiple clients while maintaining high service standards

Qualifications & Experience

Required

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Minimum 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience

Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online

Experience managing multiple clients simultaneously

Team management experience

Availability to work US hours with a 4–6 hour overlap (client dependent)

Industry experience in Construction (job costing, WIP, project-based accounting) and Healthcare (high-volume bookkeeping, operational accounting)

Skills & Attributes

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time management and organizational ability

High attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills

Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technical software

Collaborative mindset during planning, decision-making, and execution

High level of integrity, dependability, and accountability

Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Team-oriented, able to build trust and strong working relationships

Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, ethics, and a positive attitude

Note:

This description indicates, in general terms, the type and level of work performed and responsibilities held by the team member(s). Duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive or specific to any individual team member.

Eligibility to work and reside in South Africa or Zimbabwe (we do not sponsor visas).

Internet requirement needs to be an uninterrupted fibre connection with a minimum download speed of 20mbs and upload of 10mbs.