Bookkeeper & Administrative Coordinator – Remote (South Africa/Kenya)

About the role

This role provides exposure to accounts payable for a lighting industry client. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in high‑volume accounts payable, solid knowledge of accounting practices, and the ability to work effectively in a remote environment utilizing cloud‑based systems.

Key responsibilities

• Review, verify, and code high‑volume vendor invoices using Hubdoc software.
• Conduct regular vendor statement reconciliations to identify missing invoices.
• Manage payment applications using Xero accounting software.
• Handle AP inquiries via phone call and email.
• Ensure invoice approvals follow internal matrices.
• Support monthly and year‑end financial closings and general ledger posting with accuracy.
• Maintain and monitor internal controls while preparing and maintaining AP aging reports for timely processing.

Required profile

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably high volume.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word) and intermediate to high‑level Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) preferred.
• Ability to work independently or in a team within a 100% remote, cloud‑based environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, reliable, highly organized, detail‑oriented, and solution‑oriented.

Required skills

• Hubdoc
• Xero accounting software
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word)
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

What we offer

• 100% Remote work flexibility
• No activity trackers
• $50 birthday bonus
• $200 testimonial bonus