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US Accounts Payable Assistant (South Africa)

Posted about 1 month ago

RemoteSouth Africa12k - 18k USD

South Africa (100% Remote) · Full-Time Independent Contractor · $1000 - $1500 USD

Be the steady hand that keeps invoices flowing. You'll own the AP inbox, log transactions accurately into the TMS, and surface discrepancies before they become problems — so payments go out on time and the books stay clean.

01 ABOUT THE ROLE

You'll be the first set of eyes on every invoice — monitoring the AP inbox, entering data into the Transportation Management System (TMS), and flagging anything that doesn't add up. You'll keep records organized, maintain Notice of Assignment and Letter of Release documents in the system, and partner with the finance team to resolve issues quickly.

You'll learn the Ascend platform (training provided) and grow into a trusted contributor on the AP workflow. This is the role where careful, consistent work matters more than years of experience — if you take pride in getting the small things right, you'll thrive here.

The Ideal Candidate

  • You catch the typo, the missing PO, the duplicate invoice — and flag it before it ships

  • You stay on top of an inbox without letting anything slip

  • You write clear, short emails that get a clean answer back

  • You learn new systems quickly and aren't afraid to ask questions

  • You take ownership of your queue, not just your tasks

02 WHAT YOU'LL OWN

AP Inbox & Communication

Keep the front door of AP clean and responsive.

  • Monitor and maintain the AP inbox; review and respond to incoming emails promptly

  • Communicate discrepancies or missing information to the right teammate by email

  • Track outstanding items through to resolution

Data Entry & TMS Accuracy

Get the data right the first time.

  • Enter invoice and payment data into the TMS accurately and on schedule

  • Review transactions for accuracy; spot and flag mismatches, duplicates, or missing fields

  • Maintain Notice of Assignment and Letter of Release records within the system

Systems & Tools

Build proficiency in the tools the team relies on.

  • Learn and use the Ascend platform to support AP processes (training provided)

  • Work confidently in Microsoft Outlook and Excel daily

Documentation & Records

Leave a trail anyone can follow.

  • Keep digital records organized, naming consistent, and supporting docs filed in the right place

  • Support the finance team with additional administrative tasks as needed

03 WHAT YOU'LL BRING

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in accounting or finance preferred

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

  • Clear and professional written communication skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook and Excel)

  • Confident written and spoken English

  • Comfortable working U.S. business hours (night shift, PH-based)

Preferred (nice to have):

  • Prior experience in accounts payable, data entry, or administrative support

  • Experience with TMS or Ascend systems

  • Background in logistics, transportation, or factoring/finance industries

03 HOW WE WORK

  • Quality: Clean data entry, consistent documentation, and tidy inbox hygiene — every day

  • Security: MFA, least-privilege access, and secure file sharing are non-negotiable

  • Collaboration: Slack/Zoom/Teams standups, shared task boards, and predictable check-ins

04 WHY CAS IS DIFFERENT

We are not a gig platform. We are not a freelance marketplace. We are not short-term staffing.

We invest in professionals who want to build a real career serving U.S. clients. At CAS, you get:

  • Career-level USD compensation based on experience and scope

  • Permanent remote work — done right

  • Full company equipment provided (laptop, monitor, accessories)

  • 15 days PTO annually + local holidays off

  • Guaranteed annual increases

  • Referral rewards up to $1,000

  • Monthly flexible stipend (CAS Flex Perks)

  • Structured onboarding and support

  • A culture that actually shows up

05 CONTRACT & EXCLUSIVITY

This is an independent contractor engagement based in the Philippines. Full-time exclusivity is required — candidates must not hold other part-time or freelance engagements once hired. Conflict-of-interest checks may apply.

06 APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Application & Prescreening

  • Technical Assessment

  • Profile and Pre-interview Preparation

  • Client Interview

  • Employment Offer and Onboarding

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?

Your next big career move starts here.

https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/cas

Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
South Africa
Salary
12k - 18k USD
per year
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Cloud Accountant Staffing is a leading offshore hiring partner connecting US accounting firms with exceptional pre-vetted accounting professionals from the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa. Specialized in placing bookkeepers, US GAAP accountants, tax accountants, auditors, and virtual assistants.

Key team members

Felnorie Grace Gimoto-Taneo

Felnorie Grace Gimoto-Taneo

Christine Florendo

Christine Florendo

Aaron Sublette

Aaron Sublette

Mariano Corral Jr.

Mariano Corral Jr.

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