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General Ledger Accountant - U.S. business hours
full-time•Cape Town
About this role
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled General Ledger Accountant who can operate independently and take full ownership of key GL functions. The primary focus of this role will be cash reconciliation, along with supporting general ledger activities as business needs evolve.
This position requires consistent collaboration with U.S.-based teams, so availability during U.S. business hours is essential — ideally 5:00 AM–3:00 PM EST (12 PM to 10 PM South African Time)
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee daily, weekly, and monthly cash reconciliations with high accuracy
- Support general ledger accounting including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Identify discrepancies and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues promptly
- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards
- Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting when needed
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a GL Accountant (senior-level GL role)
- Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliation process and general accounting principles
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
Preferred Experience
- Experience with NetSuite and/or FloQast highly desirable
- Background in a distributed or U.S.-based operational environment is a plus
Why CKH is the best choice?
CKH is a boutique accounting & financial services firm that provides local expertise aided by global experience. We have presence in Atlanta, South Africa, Ukraine, Poland, Azerbaijan, Germany, Spain and Greece.
Our tree logo is representative of CKH’s ideals:
- The roots of the tree remind us to stay grounded and humble.
- The trunk represents the support we have for each other, making our team strong. But we also like to shake the tree!
- Churning up new ideas and positive change as the world around us grows.
- The fruit our tree grows reminds us to never stop growing, producing the best quality service for our clients.
- The treetop helps us reach higher, always stretching to new heights and goals.
What you'll do
- The General Ledger Accountant will perform and oversee cash reconciliations and support general ledger activities. They will also assist with month-end and year-end close processes while maintaining internal controls.
About CKH Group
CKH Group is an Atlanta-headquarterd CPA firm offering powerful assurance, tax, accounting, and advisory services to individuals, small businesses, global enterprises, and government entities.
For over 20 years, CKH Group has been Atlanta's trusted CPA partner, bringing a wealth of knowledge to accomplish the mission of providing our communities and financial leaders with accessible, quality accounting support.
With multiple offices in Georgia and several across the globe, CKH Group is uniquely positioned to take on complex accounting projects and provide around-the clock support. This method gives us access to top talent without the big-firm price tag.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a General Ledger Accountant - U.S. business hours do at CKH Group?
As a General Ledger Accountant - U.S. business hours at CKH Group, you will: the General Ledger Accountant will perform and oversee cash reconciliations and support general ledger activities. They will also assist with month-end and year-end close processes while maintaining internal controls..
Is the General Ledger Accountant - U.S. business hours position at CKH Group remote?
The General Ledger Accountant - U.S. business hours position at CKH Group is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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