Job Description

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive bookkeeping support to the Property Finance Team by managing day-to-day accounting functions including cashbooks, creditor reconciliations, journal processing, statutory returns, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will ensure financial records are accurate, timely, and aligned with company policy and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Capture, process and reconcile supplier invoices and statements Manage cashbooks: processing, updating, and reconciliation Process general journals, accruals, and prepayments Prepare and post month-end journals Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register Prepare and submit statutory returns:

VAT, PAYE, UIF, SDL

Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts Support year-end audit preparation and respond to auditor queries Perform bank reconciliations and monitor bank balances Capture creditor payments on MDA or relevant accounting system Manage tenant deposit reconciliations, refunds and transfers Process recurring and ad hoc expense payments and invoices Electronic and physical filing of financial documents Prepare weekly cashflow and bank balance reports Reconcile and process company credit cards and petty cash claims Assist Financial Manager with ad hoc financial and administrative tasks

Required Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12

with Accounting and Mathematics

Diploma or Degree

in Accounting or Bookkeeping (preferred) Minimum of

3 years' experience

in bookkeeping, with strong exposure to: Cashbooks Reconciliations Creditors Experience with

MDA Property Management System

or

MRI Property Central

(preferred) Experience with

Pastel Accounting

or similar systems (advantageous) Strong working knowledge of

Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Familiarity with

internet banking platforms

(FNB, Standard Bank, etc.)

Desired Skills and Competencies

High attention to detail and accuracy Strong reconciliation and analytical skills Ability to work independently and manage deadlines Good organizational and time management skills Professional communication and interpersonal skills Strong sense of accountability and confidentiality Property industry experience is an advantage

Working Conditions

Office-based role in

Ballito

Standard working hours, with potential for extended hours during peak periods (e.g., month-end, audit prep)

Tools & Systems Used

MDA / MRI Property Central (strongly preferred) Pastel Accounting Microsoft Office Suite Internet banking systems (FNB, Nedbank, Standard Bank, etc.)

Remuneration

Market-related salary

based on experience and qualifications Performance-based incentives (where applicable)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to R15000,00 per month

Work Location: In person