Accountant

Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

Are you a finance professional looking to make a strategic impact in a dynamic property management environment? We are seeking a Finance Manager / Senior Accountant to join a leading real estate services team. In this role, you will position finance as a strategic business partner, oversee financial operations, and deliver insightful reporting that drives key business decisions.
Role includes:

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare management reports, statutory reporting, and client communications; handle financial reporting queries.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Compile annual budgets, monitor deviations, report trends, update tariffs, and amend monthly projections.
  • Audit Management: Prepare audit packs, liaise with auditors, and handle audit queries.
  • Data Integrity: Ensure accuracy of contract data, lease audits, and financial records.
  • Balance Sheet Control: Maintain general ledger, fixed asset registers, intercompany accounts, reconcile balance sheet items, and report on outstanding items.
  • Take-On & Handovers: Coordinate financial processes for building take-ons and handovers.
  • Client Interaction: Attend monthly client meetings and provide feedback to management.
  • Legal Compliance: Complete VAT returns, income tax returns (where required), and ensure adherence to financial policies.
  • Cash Management: Handle owner payments, cashflow reconciliations, and manage sundry debtors including commissions.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable):
  • BCom with Accounting III
  • 2-5 years' experience in finance or accounting, preferably in property management or real estate
  • Proficiency in SAP and MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel, Intermediate Word & Outlook)
Additional Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines effectively
  • Experience with complex financial analysis and reporting
  • Knowledge of capital expenditure processes
  • Understanding of tax principles, including VAT
  • Sound knowledge of IFRS
  • Analytical and strategic mindset
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to confidentiality and integrity
Why Join This Team:
  • Be part of a collaborative and professional environment
  • Work with talented property and finance professionals
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement
  • Contribute to strategic business decisions and high-level financial management
Suitable applications to be emailed to

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1632141
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned