About the Job
Locations: Philippines, Latin America and South Africa (100% Remote)
Employment Type: Full-time Independent Contractor (exclusive commitment)
Key Responsibilities
You see accounting as a system: inputs tidy, flows efficient, outputs decision-ready. You’ll manage end-to-end accounting operations for real estate clients—AP/AR, payroll, month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting. Along the way, you’ll standardize workflows, implement SOPs, and help expedite client onboarding by resolving uncategorized transactions and reconciling HUDs, commissions, and balance sheets.
Accounting & Bookkeeping (Real Estate Focus)
Manage end-to-end books for real estate clients, including brokerages, property management, and investors.
Process HUD statements, commissions, and other real estate-specific transactions.
Reconcile balance sheets, bank accounts, credit cards, and loan accounts.
Categorize uncategorized transactions to ensure accurate ledgers.
Prepare monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash-flow reports, with variance analysis and plain-English commentary.
Support client onboarding by quickly reviewing prior financials and ensuring structured bookkeeping processes.
Client Collaboration
Join standing calls with real estate clients and US-based teams, translating complex financials into actionable guidance.
Flag risks and opportunities proactively.
Process Improvement & Automation
Standardize checklists, month-end close calendars, and SOPs.
Recommend and implement automation tools or workflows to reduce manual effort and errors.
Maintain organized, audit-ready files and documentation across periods and clients.
Payroll & Compliance
Process payroll accurately, including deductions, approvals, and on-time payment.
Assist with tax and compliance preparation as needed.
Required Skills & Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
3+ years US accounting/bookkeeping experience, preferably with real estate clients.
QuickBooks Online proficiency (required), with clean, documented workflows.
Familiarity with Xero, Bill.com, or other AP/AR automation tools is a plus.
Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (lookups, pivots) and basic reporting/BI.
Strong command of English (written & spoken), client-facing communication, and service orientation.
Ownership mentality: organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple clients with accuracy.
Time-zone alignment: Comfortable working US business hours
Experienced in closing books for US entities with minimal supervision.
Balances precision with practicality—knows when to dive deep vs. act fast.
Enjoys creating order: SOPs, templates, checklists, and clean reconciliations.
Tech-curious and actively seeks ways to automate routine work.
Builds trust with clients through consistent, transparent delivery and simple explanations.
Quality: Close checklists, review notes, and documentation are part of every engagement
Security: Best practices for data privacy, MFA, and least-privilege access — always
Collaboration: Slack/Zoom standups, shared task boards, and predictable review cycles
We're not a gig platform.
We're not a freelance marketplace.
We're not a short-term staffing agency.
At CAS, we invest in professionals who want to build long-term careers supporting U.S. accounting firms and businesses. We believe in creating meaningful opportunities—not just placements.
Competitive USD compensation based on your location, experience, technical expertise, and role
100% permanent remote work with long-term client opportunities
Company-provided equipment, including a laptop, monitor(s), and essential accessories
15 days of paid time off annually, plus applicable local holidays
Guaranteed annual salary increases based on your anniversary
Referral rewards of up to USD $1,000
Monthly CAS Flex Perks to support your remote work and well-being
Structured Week 0 onboarding, training, and ongoing support throughout your journey
Exposure to leading U.S. accounting firms across a wide range of industries
A collaborative, documentation-first culture where your growth and success matter
At CAS, you're not just filling a role—you'll build a long-term career with a team that's invested in your success.
Full-time Independent Contractor opportunity open to candidates in the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa. This role requires an exclusive full-time commitment. Candidates must not engage in other employment or freelance work that creates a conflict of interest or affects their ability to meet the expectations of the role. Conflict-of-interest checks may apply.
