Accountant

RecruitMyMom; Somerset West; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A property development company in the Helderberg region seeks an experienced Accountant to manage the full financial function. This hybrid position allows for three days in the office and two remote. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years in a senior role, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and is proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. The role includes overseeing all accounting functions, VAT submissions, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in a senior accounting role.
• Experience within property development or construction is advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full end-to-end accounting function.
• Review and submit VAT reconciliations and ensure timely tax submissions.
• Assist with budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with accounting software

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage

Pastel

Job description

Job Description
A successful and growing property development company requires an experienced, hands-on and tech-savvy Accountant to

manage the full financial function. This is a full-time flexible hybrid position (3 days in office, 2 days remote). It is essential that you are based in the Helderberg region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full end-to-end accounting function
• Maintain and review accounting records, ensuring completeness & accuracy,
• Manage both the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
• Process supplier payments and manage monthly payroll
• Manage rental accounting functions, including tenant invoicing, rent roll reconciliation, deposit tracking, rental income schedules, and preparation of age analyses
• Review and submit VAT reconciliations and ensure timely tax submissions
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, with insightful commentary
• Assist with budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Manage the financial year-end close and prepare Annual Financial Statements (AFS)
• Perform feasibility studies and risk assessments for proposed developments

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a senior accounting role,
• Experience within property development or construction (advantageous)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced)
• Proficient in accounting software (Sage / Pastel)
• Valid driver's licence and own transport
• Tech-savvy, with an interest in leveraging new technologies, including AI-based tools
• Ability to work independently