Job Description

The Focus Group Pretoria, South Africa 09 September 2025 Mid Full Time Market Related 1 years - 3 years Skills CaseWare Draftworx Account Management IFRS Corporate Tax Budgeting Forecasting Microsoft Excel MDA Accounting Auditing Industries Property Management Asset Management

Location:

Pretoria

Job Type:

Full-time | Office-based

A dynamic and well-established property portfolio is seeking a skilled Accountant to join its Finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where precision, collaboration, and strategic thinking are key.

Role Purpose

You will be responsible for executing a wide range of financial functions including:

Reviewing financial information

Performing accounting tasks

Preparing budgets

Attending portfolio management meetings

Supporting the Finance Manager with various financial operations

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience

BCom Financial degree with a major in accounting (required)

Completed Articles at an Audit or Accounting Firm (SAICA or SAIPA - required)

Proven experience in:

Management accounting (budgeting, forecasting, monthly accounts)

Property and investment accounting (advantageous)

Skills & Knowledge

Strong understanding of IFRS and IFRS for SMMEs

Proficiency in:

Budgeting, forecasting, accruals, prepayments

Drafting financial statements (Draftworx/Caseware preferred)

Company tax, provisional tax, VAT (advantageous)

MS Office:

Excel (Advanced)

Outlook and Teams (Basic)

Basic knowledge of MDA (preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Forecasting

Compile complete budgets in consultation with Leasing, Repairs and Maintenance, and other departments

Analyze and format budgets for upload and review

Update monthly budget forecasts

Accounting & Reporting

Process journal entries and compile monthly management packs

Perform month and year-end procedures (accruals, depreciation, provisions)

Reconcile general ledger accounts

Prepare VAT apportionment journals

Present stakeholder packs and attend portfolio meetings

Year-End & Audit Preparation

Draft and review financial statements

Assist with property valuations and tax calculations

Prepare audit working papers and respond to auditor queries

Tax & VAT Compliance

Complete and submit provisional and final tax returns

Respond to SARS queries

Prepare and review monthly VAT returns

Team Collaboration

Provide ad hoc financial support to internal stakeholders

Personal Attributes

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

High impulse control and stress tolerance

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Empathy, independence, and assertiveness

Confidence in social and professional settings

Ability to multitask, lead, and train

Persistence, attention to detail, and rule-following

Working Conditions

Office-based role

Limited travel may be required