Job Description

Trafalgar is the leading property rental agency across South Africa, letting and managing residential properties across all major metropolitan areas. Trafalgar has a wide selection of homes to rent, to suit all budgets, tastes and areas. Trafalgar offers full-service sectional title and home owners association ("HOA") property management services across South Africa. A strong focus on accurate budgeting, detailed financial management reporting and governance excellence underpin Trafalgar's property management services. Trafalgar Financial Services ("TFS") is a boutique financial services company specialising in a range of property financial services products, targeted at residential estates and complexes across South Africa. Trafalgar Financial Services ("TFS") is an authorised financial services and credit provider with a specialist property finance focus.


As an ongoing recruitment effort, Trafalgar Birdhaven is in search of a dynamic candidate with a passion for the property industry to join our team as a

Estate Accountant

based at an Estate on the West Rand.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct a monthly review of Profit and Loss (PTB) statements to ensure accuracy and completeness. Analyze General Ledger accounts. Capture journal entries to correct misallocations and update external and investment account balances. Escalate variances or concerns on the Chairman Pack report to the designated Financial Manager. Update municipal reconciliations monthly. Escalate insurance claims, petty cash, and legal fee inquiries to the Financial Manager. Ensure the management reports are released within the first 10 working days of the month. Intercompany Journals Reconciling of Fixed Asset Register Assist with the prepare the annual budget. Cross-reference financial information using reports. Load trustee- or AGM-approved budgets promptly upon receipt. Participate in budget meetings as applicable. Prepare budgets three months before year-end, presenting them by the month's last day. Maintain and Update Client and Vendor Databases Load New Creditor Information into the system Creditor Reconciliations Write and follow up on Purchase Orders Document and Track Petrol Slips and provide breakdown for Control Purposes Loading and releasing of Adhoc Invoices Ensure Compliance with Financial Policies and regulations Prepare and submit annual income tax returns based on audited financial statements. Submit VAT returns monthly or bi-monthly referencing relevant VAT reports. Request quarterly SARS statements to ensure no outstanding returns or payments. Handle building registration and updates to public officer details. Submit monthly EMP201 for HR/payroll. Submit Income Tax six months in advance of the due date. Scrutinize the general ledger for accuracy and completeness. Confirm balance sheet items with third-party information before preparing audit reports. Circulate audit files promptly to auditors and inform trustees/directors. Follow up on audits to ensure drafts are received within four weeks of submission Inform Trustees/Directors that the drafts have been received and are currently under review. Scrutinize draft Audited Financial Statements (AFS), investigate and understand all audit journals related to the Balance Sheet, question if necessary. Revise the budget to ensure alignment with the financial statements and submit it along with the draft for approval. Debtor Unit adjustments Invoicing updating of schedules for Water and Electricity usage Loading payment and transfers on Nedbank

Minimum Qualifications required by the position:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., CA, ACCA) preferred Minimum 2-3 years in accounting or property management. Familiarity with financial reporting, budgeting, and tax compliance

Suitable applicants can send their detailed CV to birdhrecruitment@trafalgar.co.za


Please use reference nr: EA10/25


Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.