South Africa: Accountant posted by Pronel Consultants

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
• 25 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 *****@*****.co.za