Lankastaff

Accountant – CA qualified

June 3, 2026
LankaStaff
Published
June 3, 2026
Location
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Category
Default  
Job Type

Description

Accountant – Night Shift (USA Operations) TAX and book keeping
Location:
Work From Home (Remote)
Working Days:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Additional Saturdays may be required during:
    • January to April (Tax Season), August 15th to October 15th (depending on workload)

Working Hours:

  • 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM USA Time
  • 30-minute dinner break
  • Approximately 40–50 hours per week

Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Accountant to support a USA-based accounting and tax consulting firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for bookkeeping, tax-related work, and various accounting functions while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
This is a fully remote position requiring reliable high-speed internet and the ability to work independently during USA business hours.
Key Responsibilities

  • Bookkeeping and accounting activities
  • Tax preparation and compliance-related tasks
  • Financial record maintenance and reconciliation
  • Supporting various accounting and reporting requirements
  • Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all financial records
  • Maintaining strict confidentiality of client information
  • Additional responsibilities will be assigned based on business requirements

Requirements

  • Fully qualified or part-qualified CIMA or Chartered Accountant
  • Minimum 5 years of accounting experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities
  • Fast learner with strong attention to detail
  • Good typing speed and computer literacy
  • Experience with QuickBooks will be an added advantage
  • Reliable high-speed internet connection and suitable home office environment

Important Conditions

  • Must be fully dedicated to this role during working hours
  • Cannot engage in another job that may impact performance during assigned working hours
  • Client and company information must remain strictly confidential
  • Vacation leave cannot be taken from January to April except in emergencies
  • Vacation leave cannot be taken between August 15th and October 15th

Salary

  • LKR 270,000 – 300,000 per month

Benefits

  • Paid vacation leave after completion of six months of service
  • 10 days annual paid vacation
  • Paid USA federal holidays as applicable by the company
  • Opportunity to work with a professional USA-based accounting practice

How to Apply
Upload your CV at our website (word doc/Pdf preferred) at https://lankastaff.lk/jobs-list/
Please select the category overseas jobs. Search for Job No: 9564
You may apply for our other jobs too. If you have any specific questions or queries you may send an email us at admin@lankastaff.lk PH 0117133080

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