Overview
US Tax & Bookkeeping Analyst Jobs in South Africa at Select Assistants
Are you a proactive, detail-oriented accountant who thrives in a
fast-paced environment
? Do you love keeping financials organized, preparing tax returns, and helping clients truly understand their numbers? If you’re looking for a remote opportunity where you can take ownership of your work and grow into a
leadership
role, this is it.
Our client, a fast-growing New York-based accounting firm, is on a mission to provide high-quality, proactive bookkeeping and tax services. They are looking for a sharp, reliable, and experienced Remote Tax & Bookkeeping Specialist to join their team and play a key role in managing client finances with
precision
and clarity.
The Role
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation Handle full-cycle bookkeeping for a variety of clients, primarily single-member S-Corps.
Prepare and file corporate and personal tax returns using Pro Connect and Quick Books Online/Desktop.
Ensure accurate and timely financial recordkeeping, including transaction categorization and bank reconciliations.
2. Financial Reporting & Analysis Generate and send out monthly financial reports during the first week of every month.
Use Excel and Office 365 to create financial summaries and reports.
Utilize tools like ChatGPT (or similar AI tools) to craft clear and insightful financial summaries for clients.
3. Client
Communication
& Financial Advisory Join client calls and video meetings to discuss financial reports and tax strategies.
Explain financial data in simple, easy-to-understand language so clients can make informed decisions.
Work with charity-referred clients, helping them gain financial clarity and confidence.
4.
Leadership
& Growth Opportunities Over time, take on more management responsibilities, including overseeing the bookkeeping team.
Collaborate with the existing team to improve internal workflows and efficiency.
Contribute to a fast-moving firm that values proactive financial management rather than reactive accounting.
Ideal Profile What Makes You a Perfect Fit Quick Books  Proficiency – Strong experience with Quick Books Online & Desktop, plus Pro Connect.
Tax & Bookkeeping Expertise – Ability to handle full-cycle bookkeeping and tax preparation independently.
Strong English
Communication Skills
– Comfortable speaking with clients and explaining financials clearly.
Tech-Savvy & Analytical – Skilled in Excel, Office 365, and open to using AI tools like ChatGPT for
financial analysis
.
Proactive & Detail-Oriented – Able to anticipate needs, identify discrepancies, and take initiative.
Leadership Potential
– Willing to grow into a management role and oversee the bookkeeping team over time.
Independent & Remote-Ready – Comfortable working remotely while maintaining strong
collaboration
with the team.
Kindly apply here also: (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). you’re an experienced accountant who’s ready to take ownership, work remotely, and grow with a
dynamic
team, we want to hear from you.
What’s on Offer?
Work From Home
–
No commute
, no office politics—just you and your expertise, making a real impact.
Growth Opportunities – Join a fast-growing firm with room to advance into a
leadership
role.
Proactive, High-Quality Work – Work with a firm that values efficiency, organization, and financial clarity.
Client-Facing & Meaningful – Help businesses understand their finances and make smarter decisions.
Title: US Tax & Bookkeeping Analyst
Company: Select Assistants
Location: South Africa
Category: Finance & Banking (Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant), Accounting (Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting, Tax Accountant)
