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Finance Executive / Senior Accountant (SaaS)

Quantic

Cape Town, Western Cape

Salary not listedFull-time · Posted 4 days ago

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This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, finance roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R40 000 a month (indicative).

Job description

Job Title: Finance Executive / Senior Accountant (SaaS)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Executive with strong QuickBooks experience to manage our daily financial operations, accounting workflows, and financial reporting. In this role, you will handle full-cycle SaaS accounting, track key subscription metrics, and optimize our financial processes to support company growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • SaaS Accounting & Revenue Recognition: Oversee accounts payable/receivable (AP/AR), track recurring subscription billing, and apply ASC 606 revenue recognition guidelines for deferred revenue.
  • Bookkeeping & Reconciliations: Maintain the general ledger in QuickBooks, conduct monthly bank/credit card reconciliations, and manage integrations with payment processors.
  • SaaS Metrics & Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) while tracking key metrics like ARR/MRR, Churn, CAC, and LTV.
  • Payroll & Cash Flow Management: Process payroll, manage working capital, and build accurate cash flow forecasts to support operational planning.
  • Compliance & Tax: Coordinate year-end tax prep and audit reviews with external CPAs while ensuring local, state, and federal tax compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience: 3–5 years of accounting/finance experience, preferably within a SaaS or subscription-based business model.
  • Software Expertise: Hands-on proficiency in QuickBooks (Online or Desktop) and advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, financial modeling).
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of GAAP principles, general ledger management, deferred revenue accounting, and financial reporting.
  • Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, high attention to detail, and clear communication skills.

Pay: R15 089,90 - R20 036,32 per month

Work Location: In person

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