Accountant Property
Durban - South Africa
Job Summary
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for property accounting and financial analysis We are seeking a highly organized and analytical Property Accountant to manage the financial operations and reporting for a dedicated property portfolio. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting compliance effective balance sheet management and strategic financial support across the business. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment enjoy working with financial data and have strong property accounting experience we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly quarterly semi-annual and annual financial statements for assigned properties.
- Compile detailed monthly management packs including income statements balance sheets and variance analysis against budgets and prior periods.
- Assist with year-end reporting audit preparation and external auditor queries.
- Maintain and monitor the financial records of subsidiary entities within the portfolio.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure the integrity of all accounting transactions.
- Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts bank accounts and property-related accounts.
- Process month-end journals including accruals depreciation adjustments and profit & loss reporting.
- Prepare project cost reports disbursement accounts and supporting documentation for joint ventures.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transaction postings.
- Process sales invoices receipts tenant recoveries and financial adjustments efficiently and accurately.
- Manage debtor collections and oversee creditor payment processes.
- Assist with annual budgeting and financial forecasting for property income and expenditure.
- Ensure all accounting records and supporting documentation remain compliant audit-ready and securely maintained.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards company policies and South African tax regulations.
- Support strategic financial decision-making through accurate reporting and financial insights.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information.
Personal Attributes:
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
- Completed SAIPA/SAICA articles or currently working toward a professional accounting designation highly advantageous.
- Minimum 3 years accounting experience preferably within property management or real estate.
- Strong working knowledge of accounting systems such as MDA MRI Sage ACCPAC Caseware or similar platforms.
- Advanced MS Excel skills essential.
- Strong understanding of IFRS for SMEs and South African tax legislation.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail with strong reconciliation and reporting skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management capabilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently take initiative and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Professional reliable and highly confidential in handling financial information.