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title: 'Bookkeeper at Assist World'
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# Bookkeeper at Assist World

- **Company:** Assist World
- **Location:** South Africa
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-07-15
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/assist-world/ba6d6f97-bbe1-4e00-9f0c-1004e51032a1

## Job description

## About the Role

Our client provides high-quality outsourced accounting and CFO services to growing businesses, priding themselves on delivering accurate, reliable financial information that helps our clients make informed business decisions. As they continue to grow, they're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join the team. This position will begin with responsibility for one or two client accounts, requiring approximately 10 hours per month, gradually taking ownership of additional accounts, with the opportunity to manage around 10 client accounts and transition into a full-time position. We're looking for someone who is proactive, organised, and committed to producing high-quality, audit-ready financial records every month.

## Key Responsibilities

● Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for assigned client accounts. ● Record and reconcile financial transactions using QuickBooks. ● Perform month-end close procedures. ● Prepare and maintain audit-ready financial files and supporting documentation each month. ● Ensure financial records comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). ● Manage accrual-based accounting and journal entries. ● Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts. ● Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues promptly. ● Work closely with the Business CFO for Hire team to ensure deadlines are consistently met. ● Provide clear and professional communication with internal teams and clients when required.

## Requirements

- Minimum 5 years accounting/ bookkeeping experience.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Proven experience with QuickBooks Online.
- Solid understanding and practical experience with accrual accounting.
- Previous bookkeeping experience for multiple businesses or clients.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Ability to work during Eastern Standard/Eastern Time (EST/ET) business hours.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Reliable internet connection and a professional remote work environment.

## What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who: ● Takes ownership of their work. ● Produces consistently accurate financial records. ● Can deliver complete, audit-ready files every month without constant supervision. ● Is eager to grow into a long-term role within a rapidly expanding company. ● Thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. If you're passionate about bookkeeping, committed to accuracy, and looking for a long-term opportunity to grow your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Assist World?

## 100% REMOTE

$50 birthday bonus $200 testimonial bonus

## NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

## About Assist World

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Assist World is a virtual assistant staffing and outsourcing company that matches businesses with vetted remote talent across administrative, sales, customer service, and industry-specific roles.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- **Founded**: 2022
- **Founders**: Cohen Chorabik (CEO & Co-Founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Staffing and Recruiting / Virtual Assistant Services
- **Target customers**: B2B — small to medium-sized businesses, real estate firms, legal practices, healthcare providers, e-commerce brands, and growing companies seeking cost-effective, flexible remote support.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To help businesses build and manage high-performing remote teams without the cost of traditional hiring, saving clients up to 50–70% compared to local hiring.

## Products & Services
- **Virtual Executive Assistant**: AI-powered administrative support including email and calendar management, scheduling, and research.
- **Virtual Administrative Assistant**: General administrative support, data entry, and office management.
- **Accounting Virtual Assistant**: Bookkeeping, payroll, tax support, and financial reporting (expertise in QBO, Ramp & Gust).
- **Customer Support Representative**: Multi-channel customer service, helpdesk management, and client communication.
- **Industry-Specific Assistants**: Specialized roles for Real Estate (lead generation, CRM, marketing), Legal (research, document review, contract management), Healthcare (medical administration), and E-commerce (product listings, SEO, customer service).
- **Social Media & Marketing Manager**: Content creation, audience engagement, ad campaign support, and brand growth.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding — Not disclosed (appears bootstrapped)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No major institutional investors identified; operates as a privately held, self-funded entity.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount grew **247.1% year-over-year** to 39 employees (as of 2026).
  - LinkedIn followers grew **122.2% year-over-year** to ~38,196.
  - Active job postings increased **100% quarter-over-quarter** and **33.3% year-over-year**.
  - Workforce distributed across 9 countries (South Africa, Philippines, United Kingdom, United States, Kenya, Ecuador, Colombia, Canada, Iran).
  - Claims a network of **5,000+ pre-vetted professionals** and a client base across multiple industries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Cost efficiency**: Clients save 50–70% compared to local hiring, with flexible part-time or full-time engagements and no long-term lock-in contracts.
- **Speed of hiring**: Discovery call to candidate match within 24–48 hours; faster than traditional agencies.
- **Quality of talent**: Only the top 0.5% of applicants are accepted; rigorous vetting process with strong English fluency and timezone alignment.
- **Full-service support**: Dedicated account manager, management dashboard, and 100% satisfaction guarantee (rematch or refund).
- **Global talent pool**: Access to diverse, vetted professionals across time zones, enabling 24/7 coverage.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale and diversify**: Expanding industry-specific verticals (real estate, legal, healthcare, e-commerce) to capture more niche demand.
- **Technology integration**: Leveraging AI-powered tools (e.g., for executive research and accounting) to enhance assistant productivity and client value.
- **Talent pipeline**: Continuously recruiting top-tier virtual assistants globally, with an emphasis on English fluency, reliability, and U.S. timezone compatibility.
- **Client retention**: Investing in account management and flexible staffing to reduce churn and build long-term partnerships.

## Why Work Here
- **100% remote work**: All roles are fully remote, offering maximum flexibility for global talent.
- **Performance-based compensation**: Pay structures reflect experience, skills, and impact, with biannual bonuses and monthly raffles.
- **Growth opportunities**: Work with high-caliber clients across industries; receive feedback and mentorship to develop professionally.
- **Supportive culture**: Emphasis on transparency, communication, and collaboration — "You’re never just a number."
- **Flexible scheduling**: Part-time (54%) and full-time (45%) options available; ability to align with client time zones (especially U.S. hours).
- **Ideal for**: Organized, proactive, detail-oriented individuals fluent in English, comfortable with Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, and eager to deliver excellence.

## Sources
1. [assistworld.com](https://assistworld.com/)
2. [jobs.lever.co/assist-world](https://jobs.lever.co/assist-world)
3. [assistworld.com/careers](https://assistworld.com/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/assistworld](https://www.linkedin.com/company/assistworld)
5. [tryremotely.com/company/assist-world](https://tryremotely.com/company/assist-world)

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