Senior Bookkeeper

We are recruiting on behalf of our USA-based client for a Senior Bookkeeper. This role would be part of the team supporting the financial operations of a luxury all-inclusive crewed yacht business. This role will provide expert financial oversight to ensure seamless charter operations and accurate financial reporting. This is an opportunity for a South African based candidate who can work remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Reconciliation: Process and reconcile 150-200 transactions per month, ensuring accuracy and completeness of expenses captured via the XeroMe app
• Crew Expense Management: Interface with yacht crew to track expenses, follow up on outstanding items, and address queries related to financial transactions
• Charter Expense Review: Analyze and review charter-specific expenses, comparing actual costs to budgets, identifying variances, and providing detailed reports to the crew and management
• Financial Reporting & Budgeting: Prepare and distribute charter expense vs. budget reports, providing insights and responding to crew feedback on questioned items
• P&L Analysis: Conduct critical reviews of vessel profit & loss (P&L) statements, identifying unusual or high expenses and providing financial explanations for management and ownership
• Month-End Financial Reporting: Compile and present the month-end financial report pack, including:
• Income statement per charter and per month
• Sales reports
• Balance sheets
• Working cash projection reports
• Financial Insights & Advisory: Provide financial transparency and insights to support decision-making, ensuring the owner has a clear understanding of expenditures and overall financial performance.

RequirementsExperience

• 3-4 years of practical Bookkeeping experience
• Preparing P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
• Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes
• Proficiency in Xero
• XeroMe app advantageous
• National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Certified Senior Bookkeeper / National Certificate Senior Bookkeeper
• South Africa based and able to work remotely supporting USA-based clients
• Independent Contractor
• Own laptop and stable internet connection
• Working hours 11H00 to 20H00 SAST

Skills And Or Characteristics

• Attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Proactive Financial oversight
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a structured, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong budgeting and cost analysis skills