Industry: Financial Services
Role: Senior Bookkeeper (Full-time, Remote)
Location: Paraguay & Brazil
Monthly Salary: $2,000 USD each
Total Savings: 65% vs. U.S.-based hires
Background: Scaling Financial Operations with Expert Remote Talent
Our client, a Canada- and U.S.-based financial services firm, specializes in cloud bookkeeping, CFO and controller expertise, and financial software solutions.
As their client base expanded, they needed a Senior Bookkeeper to manage complex bookkeeping tasks, oversee general ledger maintenance, and ensure the accuracy of financial data across multiple clients. The ideal hire would also mentor junior team members and lead year-end preparation and reporting.
After facing challenges with high costs and slow hiring cycles in North America, they turned to South to build a reliable, cost-effective bookkeeping team in LATAM.
The Challenge: High Costs and Scarce Senior Talent in North America
In the U.S., a Senior Bookkeeper typically costs around $5,700/month, making it difficult to scale teams efficiently.
The client needed an experienced professional fluent in English, proficient in QBO, Xero, and cloud-based bookkeeping systems, and capable of maintaining accuracy while handling multiple clients.
They also wanted a long-term solution, not just temporary support, with dependable professionals who could integrate smoothly into their existing workflows.
The Solution: Two Senior Bookkeepers Hired in Just 17 Days
South’s recruitment team quickly sourced and presented a batch of pre-vetted Senior Bookkeepers from across LATAM. After interviewing the candidates, the client decided to hire two professionals instead of one, doubling their team capacity while staying within budget.
In just 17 days, both hires were fully onboarded. South managed the entire process, from sourcing and background checks to payroll setup and compliance, ensuring a seamless experience for both the client and the hires.
Meet the Bookkeepers
Viviana, from Paraguay
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 10 years of experience in accounting and financial reporting. Viviana brings strong expertise in:
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Preparation of financial statements and analytical reports
- Depreciation and revaluation of fixed assets
- Payroll processing and tax compliance
- Supervising accounting processes with accuracy and consistency
Angela, from Brazil
A Finance and Bookkeeping Professional with 8+ years of experience in accounting, tax compliance, and financial management. Angela excels in:
- Accounts payable/receivable and reconciliations
- Financial reporting and audit preparation
- Mentoring junior staff and improving bookkeeping workflows
- Tools: QuickBooks, SAP, S2K, and Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Both professionals integrated seamlessly into the client’s operations and are committed to long-term collaboration.
The Impact: Reliable, Scalable Financial Operations
From day one, Viviana and Angela have taken ownership of key accounting processes, ensuring clean, accurate financial data for the client’s portfolio of businesses. Their work has streamlined reporting, improved bookkeeping accuracy, and provided dependable support for ongoing growth.
Results: Efficiency, Accuracy, and Major Cost Savings
Time to Hire: 17 days
Cost Savings: 65% vs. U.S.-based salaries ($5,700 → $2,000/month each)
Operational Impact: Doubled team capacity, improved accuracy, and scalability in financial operations
Seamless Onboarding: South handled recruitment, payroll, and compliance for a frictionless setup
Why Hire with South?
By partnering with South, the client gained access to highly skilled Senior Bookkeepers delivering U.S.-level quality at a fraction of the cost.
South manages every step, including sourcing, vetting, contracts, payroll, and compliance, allowing clients to focus on results, not logistics.
👉 Ready to build your finance team with top LATAM talent? Let’s talk!
