Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Remote (Global) Employment

Pearl Talent is hiring a Finance Operations Associate - REMOTE - I021

About the Role

Pearl Talent is hiring a Finance Operations Associate to manage the day-to-day finance and operational workflows that enable our fast, confident growth. In this central role, you will maintain accurate financial records, support reporting, manage vendors and contractors, and drive process improvements.

What You'll Do

  • Ensure smooth financial and operational workflows to support growth.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and reports to support leadership decisions.
  • Drive process improvements that reduce manual work, prevent errors, and scale operational efficiency.
  • Support payroll, compliance, and contractor management to maintain a seamless talent experience.
  • Enhance team productivity and cross-functional collaboration through effective use of tools and systems.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts across banks, payment platforms, and credit cards.
  • Prepare and issue invoices, track receivables, and process payments for vendors, contractors, and talent.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reporting for leadership visibility.
  • Manage compliance documents (W9, W8BEN, tax forms) and ensure accuracy for audits and filings.
  • Track bonuses, payroll timelines, and SOP adherence to maintain financial consistency.
  • Identify gaps or bottlenecks in financial and backend workflows.
  • Implement solutions that improve efficiency and reduce errors.
  • Standardize templates, trackers, and reporting structures for consistent operations.
  • Recommend and deploy automation tools where appropriate.
  • Partner with leadership on special projects and operational initiatives.
  • Support onboarding of new team members and contractors.
  • Collaborate with finance, HR, and operations teams to ensure process alignment.

What We're Looking For

  • 2+ years of experience in finance operations, accounting, or workforce analytics.
  • Proficiency with financial recordkeeping, reconciliations, and reporting.
  • Experience managing payroll, contractor payments, and compliance documentation.
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
  • Ability to work independently and thrive in fast-paced, remote environments.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with international finance, multi-currency payments, or remote workforce operations.
  • Familiarity with workflow automation tools or operational process optimization.
  • Exposure to startup environments or high-growth companies.
  • Secondary finance or operational certifications.

Technical Stack

  • Accounting & Payments: QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks, Bill.com, Payoneer, Wise, Gusto, ADP
  • Workforce Platforms: Remote, Deel
  • Communication & Collaboration: Slack, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
  • Security & Tools: VPNs, softphones (Aircall, RingCentral, Zoom Phone), password managers (1Password, LastPass)

Benefits & Compensation

  • Monthly performance bonus.
  • Fully remote, forever.
  • Annual team retreat.
  • Unlimited PTO.
  • Real-world experience in recruitment marketing and sourcing.
  • A behind-the-scenes look at how we connect people with opportunities.
  • A supportive team that values your growth and ideas.

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position open to candidates in the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa.

Pearl Talent connects you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. We focus on placing you in roles where you can grow, make an impact, and build a long-term career. We believe in creating environments where your potential is recognized, your voice matters, and your success is tied to meaningful work—not short-term perks.

Required Skills
QuickBooksXeroFreshBooksBill.comPayoneerWiseRemoteDeelGustoADPFinance OperationsAccountingPayrollBookkeepingFinancial Software
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Pearl Talent

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund.

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